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| Publisher | Macat International Limited |
| ISBN 13 | 9781912127016 |
| ISBN 10 | 1912127016 |
| Author | Jason Xidias |
| Language | English |
| Book Description | A book that helped reshape the field of nationalism studies, Imagined Communities also shows the critical thinking skills of interpretation and analysis working at their highest levels. One crucial aspect of Anderson's work involves the apparently simple act of defining precisely what we mean when we say `nation' or `nationalism' - an interpretative step that is vital to the analysis he proceeds to carry out. For Anderson, it is clear that nations are not `natural;' as historians and anthropologists are well aware, nations as we understand them are a relatively modern phenomenon, dating back only as far as around 1500. But if this is the case, how can we agree what a `nation' is? Anderson's proposed definition is that they are "imagined communities" - comprising groups of people who regard themselves as belonging to the same community, even if they have never met, and have nothing in common otherwise.The analysis that follows from this insight is all about examining and breaking down the historical processes that helped foster these communities - above all the birth of printing, and the development of capitalism. Brilliantly incisive, Anderson's analysis shows how good interpretative skills can form the foundations for compelling and original insight. |
| Editorial Review | This sparkling anthology features the work of five talented young poets. Each has a distinctive voice, and every one of the poems in this collection will catch the imagination of young people; bringing them together in an anthology gives the poems even more impact and emphasises the unique power of poetry for young people as a means to share ideas, thoughts and feelings....The collection is illustrated by three young students in their final year at Birmingham City University's illustration course, and the whole project is a celebration of new talent,rising stars indeed. It's exciting to read, will be exciting to share. Congratulations to all those involved in its creation. * Books for Keeps * "Five writers come together to celebrate life, love and youth in this engaging collection of poetry." * The Book Bag * "A super initiative and great to see these poets and illustrators brought to our attention." * Parents in Touch * "As well as the freshness of new voices, what characterises all these poets' work is the skill with which they work with complex ideas using apparently simple devices and forms. Listen out for them all in the future!" * Reading Zone * "A vital and pioneering poetry anthology by diverse young writers for diverse readers, aimed at the bridge year between primary and secondary school. The poets included are both BAME and LGBTQI, and have created a volume in which school age readers can finally see their own selves. Soulful, inspiring and uplifting." -- Joelle Taylor * Achuka Best Books of the Year * "This selection of exciting and inspiring poems from young talent is guaranteed to get young minds working." * Booktrust - Books we Love * "This collection takes risks and excitingly pulls it off with real zing. A sharp, crisp 21st century anthology that breaks down barriers about what poetry can be and poets can do, this is a collection to have in your back pocket." * Playing by the Book * "The five young poets of the anthology Rising Stars are also slam-seasoned, pared back to assured, mature, charismatic essentials." -- Imogen Russell Williams * Times Literary Supplement * "This book is an enjoyable collection of varied ideas and I hope it encourages other beginning poets. Poetry is not easy to illustrate, yet these young artist are to be commended in their work with these young poets." * IBBY Link * |
| About the Author | Dr Jason Xidias has held positions at King's College London and the University of California, Berkeley. |
| Publication Date | 8/10/2017 |
| Number of Pages | 104 |
Imagined Communities Paperback English by Jason Xidias - 8/10/2017
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