McGowan, Todd

Universality and Identity Politics

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ISBN 13:
9780231197700
author:
McGowan, Todd
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Columbia University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 centimetres (0.45 kg)
Genre:
Nonfiction, Politics, History & Theory,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.96

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Universality and Identity Politics by Todd McGowan explores the complex relationship between universal ideals and particular identities in modern politics. McGowan argues that traditional notions of universality, such as equality and freedom, are not imposed from above but rather emerge from our shared experiences of their absence and our struggles to attain them. This book reconsiders the history of movements fighting racism, sexism, and homophobia, reclaiming universalist ideals in the process. McGowan examines the divide between Right and Left, revealing that the distinction often comes down to a particularity versus universality. By analyzing contemporary politics, film, and history, McGowan offers an alternative perspective on identity politics and its role in modern collective struggle. Through his analysis, McGowan provides a nuanced understanding of the tensions between universal ideals and particular identities, shedding new light on the complexities of modern political thought and action.

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