identity politics

Identity: The Demand for Dignity and the Politics of Resentment

Editor's Choice
Francis Fukuyama's latest work, this one directly addresses the rise of populism in Europe and the US, examining the international political landscape through the lens of identity politics. This book is the latest from Francis Fukuyama, author of "The End of History and the Last Man." Following recent international events, including the Arab Spring, the Trump administration, and the Syrian crisis, the author analyzes the drivers and rationale behind these shifts through the lens of identity politics.
★ The classic Fukuyama-style broad perspective, from Plato's "Republic" to Bin Laden, tracing the philosophical and political roots of "identity". The author analyzes the origins of "identity" from three dimensions: philosophy, political science, and real politics. It covers global political trends such as the wave of populism in Europe and the United States, the rise of authoritarianism, and religious disputes, and deeply explores the philosophical thoughts of ancient Greece and the Enlightenment, analyzing the origins of "identity" from the outside to the inside.
★ A recommended choice for first-time readers of Fukuyama's works, helping them reflect on the "identity" issue that everyone has to face. The "identity" issues that this book focuses on are directly related to global current affairs and are closely related to the lives of ordinary people. The issues involved, such as ethnicity, gender, and class, are "identity" issues that everyone has to face. Moreover, the book is short and concise, unlike Fukuyama's previous works that are so distant and heavy, making it the best choice for first-time readers of Fukuyama's works.
★ Professor Liu Yu's long introduction is recommended, analyzing the pros and cons of identity politics in combination with international political current affairs. Professor Liu Yu of the Department of Politics at Tsinghua University's ten-thousand-word introduction combines recent hot news such as the Taliban in Afghanistan to summarize the outline of the book, point out the way to think about identity politics, and help readers better understand Fukuyama's writing purpose and ideological charm.
「Content Introduction」
In this book, Fukuyama follows the path of thought initiated thirty years ago in his essay "The End of History?" Focusing on the threat posed to political order by contemporary identity politics, he explores what identity is and how we should address the political divisions it creates. He explores the history of ideas and political history, tracing its roots in Greek philosophy, which traces the three elements of Socratic soul, and recounts the concepts of dignity developed by thinkers such as Rousseau, Smith, Herder, and Hegel. He discusses the rise and fall of nationalism, religion, and the left and right wings in the West, and explores contemporary political issues such as the Arab Spring, anti-immigration sentiment, and the rise of populism. He compares the similarities and differences in the manifestations of identity politics around the world. He argues that identity is not a new phenomenon spawned by contemporary politics. It is rooted in the passions of the human soul, the desire for dignity, and the unique life experiences of individuals. It has emerged with rapid economic modernization and social change, replacing older forms of community and becoming a means by which people strive for recognition. It is not a constant, nor does it necessarily lead to social divisions.

2021-10-01

理想国｜中译出版社

Ideal Country

244

9787500166863