The Condition of Citizenship
The Condition of Citizenship by Bart Van Steenbergen, published by SAGE on April 15, 1994, is a thought-provoking exploration of citizenship as a central concept in understanding contemporary social change and issues. This 180-page volume delves into the connections between citizenship, public participation, national identity, and social welfare, providing a comprehensive overview of how these elements interact in today’s society.
Readers will find an in-depth examination of various topics, including the impact of internationalization on national identities and the contested nature of citizenship concerning poverty, work, and welfare. The book also addresses the implications of gender inequality and considers new conceptions of citizenship in response to cultural shifts. This edition is presented in English and offers valuable insights for those interested in social science, sociology, and political science.
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This innovative volume explores ways in which the idea of citizenship can be seen as a unifying concept in understanding contemporary social change and social problems.
The book outlines traditional linkages between citizenship and public participation, national identity and social welfare, and shows the relevance of citizenship for a range of rising issues extending from global change through gender to the environment. The areas investigated include: the challenge of internationalization to the nation state and to national identities; the contested nature of citizenship in relation to poverty, work and welfare; the implications of gender inequality; and the potential for new conceptions of citizenship in response to cultur
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