The Cultural Politics Of Emotion by Sara Ahmed
This insightful work delves into the intricate relationship between emotions and politics, exploring how emotions are not just personal experiences but are deeply embedded in cultural and social contexts. It examines how emotions like fear, hate, and love are mobilized to shape identities, influence public discourse, and maintain power structures. Through a critical analysis of various cultural texts and political events, the book reveals how emotions are used to create boundaries between "us" and "them," thus playing a crucial role in the formation of national and communal identities. The narrative challenges readers to reconsider the role of emotions in public life and their impact on social justice and equality.
- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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