This analysis of recent attempts to 'package' the nation of Australia argues for pluralism rather than dogma when discussing identity and nationhood. Provides an overview of the creation of modern Australia and discusses topics such as economic rationalism, cultural diversity and republicanism. Includes references and an index The author is a senior lecturer in history and politics at the University of Wollongong. His other publications include 'Cultural Liberalism in Australia'.
Tables Preface Introduction Australia by Henry Albinski Brazil by Anai Dzidzienyo Canada by Doug Daniels Fiji by Ralph Premdas France by Alan B. Anderson India by Raj S. Gandhi Japan by Yung-Hwan Jo Malaysia by C.E.R. Abraham Netherlands by Joed H. Elich New Zealand by Andrew D. Trlin and Paul Spoonley Singapore by John Clammer South Africa by Paul Rich Sudan by Ann Lesch Switzerland by Carol Schmid Thailand by Suchitra Punyaratabandhu-Bhakdi and Juree Vichit-Vadakdan Trinadad by Stephen D. Glazier Union of Soviet Socialist Republics by Samuel P. Oliner United Kingdom by Barrie Axford United States by Jay A. Sigler West Germany by Lutz Holzner Bibliographical Note Appendix: Racial/Ethnic Divisions Index About the Contributors
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This book examines the problematic politics of contemporary nationalism, and the worldwide resurgence of ethno-nationalist conflict. It analyses the core theories of nationalism, building upon these theories and offering a clear analytical framework through which to approach the subject. This outstanding volume features detailed case- studies discussing nationalist contention in areas including Spain, Singapore, Ghana and Australia as well as looking at Northern Ireland, Kosovo and Rwanda disputes.
The diverse contributions in this book discuss both the classical and the more recent forms of migration. Illustrating the developments in various European countries and Australia as a 'classical immigration state', they tackle these different forms of migration and investigate their divergent educational implications regarding identity, citizenship and language education. This book will be of essential interest for students and researchers interested in the current discourse on multicultural education.