Coulmas, Florian
Identity: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198828549
- author:
- Coulmas, Florian
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 152
- Dimensions:
- 17.6 x 11.5 x 1 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Cognitive,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Identity is a concept that has become ubiquitous in modern discourse, yet its meaning remains elusive. In this Very Short Introduction, Florian Coulmas explores the many faces of identity and its significance across various disciplines, including philosophy, sociology, psychology, politics, and law.
The author delves into the historical roots of our concern with identity, tracing it back to Europe's intellectual history, individualism, and the need to draw boundaries. He examines the key features used to define individual and collective identities and demonstrates their importance.
Coulmas also considers how literature has engaged with problems of identity throughout history, offering a nuanced understanding of this complex concept. This book is part of the Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press, providing a concise and accessible introduction to a wide range of subjects.
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