The Virtuous Citizen: Patriotism in a Multicultural Society by Tim Soutphommasan

Description: The Virtuous Citizen by Tim Soutphommasane Tim Soutphommasane provides an original contribution to the political theory of citizenship and patriotism. Drawing on contemporary debates from across the world and over a range of issues including education and immigration, he argues that patriotism can be properly grounded in the liberal national tradition of a multicultural society. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description What does it mean to be a citizen in a multicultural society? And what role must patriotism play in defining our relationship with our country and fellow citizens? In The Virtuous Citizen Tim Soutphommasane answers these questions with a critical defence of liberal nationalism. Considering a range of contemporary political debates from Europe, North America and Australia, over issues including multiculturalism, national history, civic education and immigration, Soutphommasane argues that a love of country should be valued alongside tolerance, mutual respect and public reasonableness as a civic virtue. A liberal form of patriotism, grounded in national identity, is, if anything, essential for political stability in a diverse society. This book is required reading not only for political theorists and philosophers but also for researchers and professionals in political science, sociology, history and public policy. Author Biography Tim Soutphommasane is a research fellow at Monash Universitys National Centre for Australian Studies and a senior researcher with the Sydney-based think tank Per Capita. His recent publications include Reclaiming Patriotism: Nation-Building for Australian Progressives. Table of Contents 1. Introduction; Part I. Membership: 2. Patriotism; 3. Multiculturalism; 4. Liberal nationalism as cultural nationalism; Part II. Virtue: 5. Liberal nationalist virtue; 6. Patriotic deliberation and social criticism; Part III. Institutions: 7. Civic education; 8. Immigration and integration; 9. Conclusion. Review In this timely book, Tim Soutphommasane explains why the ideal liberal citizen is also a patriotic citizen. In so doing, he speaks directly to a deep desire for a philosophy that combines individual liberty with a sense of identity and belonging. His is an important argument that will shape debates in both academic political theory and real politics. Marc Stears, University of OxfordThis is a very well-written and accessibly presented book that deals with an important and challenging topic: the place of patriotism in contemporary society. The author argues that patriotism properly construed can provide the basis for common citizenship in a multicultural state. The study relies on a careful reading and analysis of the key contemporary works on liberalism, multiculturalism and nationalism, and is itself a significant contribution to this body of literature. It is a fine example of applying rigorous philosophy to the problems of the real world. Kok-Chor Tan, University of PennsylvaniaAll too often nationalists and multiculturalists are at loggerheads. Tim Soutphommasane shows how dialogue between them is not only possible but highly productive for the making of good public policy. Geoff Gallop, University of SydneyIn this topical book, Tim Soutphommasane constructs a theory of patriotic citizenship that confronts the profound challenges that cultural diversity raises for ideas of citizenship and community. Placing the value of patriotic commitments at the centre of the idea of citizenship, [he] seeks to show how they are compatible with liberal and democratic commitments, working through the implications of this for our ideas of membership, deliberative democracy, education and immigration. Lucidly written and forcefully argued, illustrated with a wide range of contemporary examples, this is a rich contribution to current political theory. It is likely to be both controversial and a key point of reference for future thinking about multiculturalism and citizenship. Matthew Festenstein, University of YorkWhere the book stands out is in its nuanced treatment of liberalism, and it is this that accounts for its relevance to Britain. The Guardian Promotional Explores the proper place that patriotism can have in a liberal, multicultural society. Review Quote "Where the book stands out is in its nuanced treatment of liberalism"- John Gray, Book of the Week, The Guardian Promotional "Headline" Explores the proper place that patriotism can have in a liberal, multicultural society. Description for Bookstore Tim Soutphommasane provides an original contribution to the political theory of citizenship and patriotism. Drawing on contemporary debates from across the world and over a range of issues including education and immigration, he argues that patriotism can be properly grounded in the liberal national tradition of a multicultural society. Description for Library Tim Soutphommasane provides an original contribution to the political theory of citizenship and patriotism. Drawing on contemporary debates from across the world and over a range of issues including education and immigration, he argues that patriotism can be properly grounded in the liberal national tradition of a multicultural society. Details ISBN1107025141 Author Tim Soutphommasane Year 2012 ISBN-10 1107025141 ISBN-13 9781107025141 Media Book Publisher Cambridge University Press Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle Patriotism in a Multicultural Society Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 323.6 Short Title VIRTUOUS CITIZEN Language English Pages 266 Publication Date 2012-08-16 Illustrations black & white illustrations Affiliation Monash University, Victoria UK Release Date 2012-08-16 AU Release Date 2012-08-16 NZ Release Date 2012-08-16 Format Hardcover Alternative 9781107690516 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91395442;

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