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State formation : anthropological perspectives

Paperback • 2005 • English

State formation : anthropological perspectives

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About the book

What is the 'state' and how can we best study it? This book investigates new ways of analysing the state. The contributors argue that the state is not a fixed and definite object. Our perceptions of it are constantly changing, and differ from person to person. What is your idea of the state if you are a refugee? Or if you are living in post-aparteid South Africa? Our perceptions are formed and sustained by evolving discourses and techniques -- these come from institutions such as government, bu...Show more

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9780745324418

Publisher

London : Pluto Press

Published year

2005

Language

English

Original title

State formation : anthropological perspectives

Format

Paperback

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