Invention and Decline of Israeliness, The
State, Society, and the Military
Baruch Kimmerling
321 pages | ~9 hrs
Invention and Decline of Israeliness, The
State, Society, and the Military
By Baruch Kimmerling
In this groundbreaking sociological examination, prominent Israeli scholar Baruch Kimmerling presents a compelling analysis of how national identity forms, evolves, and fragments within modern societies. Drawing from extensive research in sociology and political science, Kimmerling explores Israel's transformation from its origins as a sanctuary for persecuted peoples into a complex multicultural nation.
The author reveals how the unified cultural framework established in the 1950s has given way to seven distinct cultural groups, each vying for influence over resources and national identity. Through careful analysis, Kimmerling demonstrates how six of these groups have united under what he terms a "military-cultural complex," where security concerns become deeply woven into social fabric and collective consciousness.
This scholarly work offers readers insight into the dynamic processes that shape collective identity and belonging. Kimmerling examines how "Israeliness" has evolved from a singular national concept into a multifaceted framework that encompasses diverse identities while serving as a legal and political foundation for citizenship rights.
For those interested in understanding how communities navigate between unity and diversity, this analysis provides valuable perspectives on identity formation, cultural evolution, and the ongoing tension between collective belonging and individual expression. The book challenges readers to consider how societies balance shared values with multicultural realities, offering lessons relevant to anyone exploring questions of identity, community, and social transformation.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore National characteristics, israeli
- ✓ Explore Popular Culture
- ✓ Explore Social conditions
- ✓ Explore Public Policy
- ✓ Explore Jews
- ✓ Explore Militarismus
- ✓ Explore Israéliens
- ✓ Explore Cultural Policy
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Details
- Published
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- ISBN-13
- 9780520229686
- ISBN-10
- 0520229681
- Pages
- 321
- Language
- EN
