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Author: B. Kumaravadivelu
Publisher: University Press of America
Imprint: Hamilton Books
Dimensions:
Width: 15.00cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 22.80cm
Weight: 0.340kg
ISBN: 9780761874522
ISBN 10: 0761874526
Pages: 214
Publication Date: 21 June 2024
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Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
American Identity: Myth and Reality is a meticulous review of the origins and sustainability of ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities in America. Professor Kumaravadivelu weaved his personal account with the observations of noted scholars from various fields. In doing so, he managed to deliver multifaceted insights into our understanding of identities. --Wilbur C. Rich, William R. Kenan Jr. Professor Emeritus of Political Science, Wellesley College In this smart, nuanced exploration of how Americans negotiate between their cultural identities and their broader American one, Kumaravadivelu offers a blueprint for how our society can cultivate a healthy sense of nationhood that avoids the pitfalls of both identitarianism and aggressive nationalism. The author draws on personal experience and a deep reading of scholarly literature to craft a fascinating read that is also a work of real importance to the pluralistic society we share. --Ian Reifowitz, SUNY distinguished professor of historical studies Weaving together various dimensions of how we construct a national identity in a pluralistic society like ours, Kumaravadivelu demonstrates that the ongoing accomplishment of an 'American identity' is complex, dynamic, contentious, and multifaceted. This timely and accessible book both illuminates our current condition and reminds us that we have the power to reshape our identity. --Wayne H. Brekhus, professor of sociology, University of Missouri American Identity: Myth and Reality is a meticulous review of the origins and sustainability of ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities in America. Professor Kumaravadivelu weaved his personal account with the observations of noted scholars from various fields. In doing so, he managed to deliver multifaceted insights into our understanding of identities. In this smart, nuanced exploration of how Americans negotiate between their cultural identities and their broader American one, Kumaravadivelu offers a blueprint for how our society can cultivate a healthy sense of nationhood that avoids the pitfalls of both identitarianism and aggressive nationalism. The author draws on personal experience and a deep reading of scholarly literature to craft a fascinating read that is also a work of real importance to the pluralistic society we share. Weaving together various dimensions of how we construct a national identity in a pluralistic society like ours, Kumaravadivelu demonstrates that the ongoing accomplishment of an 'American identity' is complex, dynamic, contentious, and multifaceted. This timely and accessible book both illuminates our current condition and reminds us that we have the power to reshape our identity.
American Identity: Myth and Reality is a meticulous review of the origins and sustainability of ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities in America. Professor Kumaravadivelu weaved his personal account with the observations of noted scholars from various fields. In doing so, he managed to deliver multifaceted insights into our understanding of identities. --Wilbur C. Rich, William R. Kenan Jr. Professor Emeritus of Political Science, Wellesley College In this smart, nuanced exploration of how Americans negotiate between their cultural identities and their broader American one, Kumaravadivelu offers a blueprint for how our society can cultivate a healthy sense of nationhood that avoids the pitfalls of both identitarianism and aggressive nationalism. The author draws on personal experience and a deep reading of scholarly literature to craft a fascinating read that is also a work of real importance to the pluralistic society we share. --Ian Reifowitz, SUNY distinguished professor of historical studies Weaving together various dimensions of how we construct a national identity in a pluralistic society like ours, Kumaravadivelu demonstrates that the ongoing accomplishment of an 'American identity' is complex, dynamic, contentious, and multifaceted. This timely and accessible book both illuminates our current condition and reminds us that we have the power to reshape our identity. --Wayne H. Brekhus, professor of sociology, University of Missouri
American Identity: Myth and Reality is a meticulous review of the origins and sustainability of ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities in America. Professor Kumaravadivelu weaved his personal account with the observations of noted scholars from various fields. In doing so, he managed to deliver multifaceted insights into our understanding of identities. American Identity: Myth and Reality is a meticulous review of the origins and sustainability of ethnic, gender, racial, and sexual identities in America. Professor Kumaravadivelu weaved his personal account with the observations of noted scholars from various fields. In doing so, he managed to deliver multifaceted insights into our understanding of identities. --Wilbur C. Rich, William R. Kenan Jr. Professor Emeritus of Political Science, Wellesley College In this smart, nuanced exploration of how Americans negotiate between their cultural identities and their broader American one, Kumaravadivelu offers a blueprint for how our society can cultivate a healthy sense of nationhood that avoids the pitfalls of both identitarianism and aggressive nationalism. The author draws on personal experience and a deep reading of scholarly literature to craft a fascinating read that is also a work of real importance to the pluralistic society we share. In this smart, nuanced exploration of how Americans negotiate between their cultural identities and their broader American one, Kumaravadivelu offers a blueprint for how our society can cultivate a healthy sense of nationhood that avoids the pitfalls of both identitarianism and aggressive nationalism. The author draws on personal experience and a deep reading of scholarly literature to craft a fascinating read that is also a work of real importance to the pluralistic society we share. --Ian Reifowitz, SUNY distinguished professor of historical studies Weaving together various dimensions of how we construct a national identity in a pluralistic society like ours, Kumaravadivelu demonstrates that the ongoing accomplishment of an 'American identity' is complex, dynamic, contentious, and multifaceted. This timely and accessible book both illuminates our current condition and reminds us that we have the power to reshape our identity. Weaving together various dimensions of how we construct a national identity in a pluralistic society like ours, Kumaravadivelu demonstrates that the ongoing accomplishment of an 'American identity' is complex, dynamic, contentious, and multifaceted. This timely and accessible book both illuminates our current condition and reminds us that we have the power to reshape our identity. --Wayne H. Brekhus, professor of sociology, University of Missouri
Author Information
B. Kumaravadivelu is professor emeritus at San JoséState University, California.
