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Multiculturalism, Muslims and Citizenship

By Tariq Modood

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Multiculturalism, Muslims and Citizenship

By Tariq Modood

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"Multiculturalism and Citizenship" investigates the European dimension of multiculturalism and immigration. This book argues that the political theory discourse of multiculturalism and resulting policies in this area assume an interpretation of liberalism that has developed from the American experience, rather than the European, and that this issue must be addressed. Much of the theoretical debate up to now understates the normative power of majority/state nationality, and overlooks the diverse societal and political contexts that may condition multicultural debates in different countries. Most seriously, such debate misses out the central feature of the multicultural challenge in Western Europe today: the assertion of religious-communal, especially Muslim, identities in polities whose self image is secular. This book argues, therefore, that a European theory must focus on different normative and political dilemmas than a North American one and must interrogate the claims for and against secularism. "Multiculturalism and Citizenship" is truly interdisciplinary in scope (combining sociological, political science and discourse analytical themes) and thus presents a fresh and unique perspective on multiculturalism and citizenship in Western Europe today. It offers a comparative and coherent series of national case studies by a diverse range of leading scholars in the field, which provide a theoretical framework for the volume as a whole. This is essential reading for advanced undergraduates, researchers and policy makers interested in immigration, multiculturalism, European integration, Islamic studies and ethnicities.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
228
Release Date:
2006-05-30
Publication Date:
2006-02-23
Publisher:
Routledge
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0415355141
ISBN13:
9780415355148
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
511 g
Height:
161 cm
Width:
240 cm
Thickness:
17 cm
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