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vii, 299 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
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Annual of European and global studies
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 288-293) and index |
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Part I, Reconstructing the history of Atlantic modernity -- Part II Comparing trajectories of modernity in the South -- Part III Claims for justice in the history of modernity and in its present |
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"African, American and European Trajectories of Modernity asks why, from some moment onwards, 'Europe' and 'the rest of the world' entered into a particular relationship. This relationship was not merely one of domination but one that was conceived as a kind of superiority; more specifically, as an 'advance' in historical time. Towards this end, the volume first analyses the emergence of this Atlantic modernity, then proceeds to compare aspects of contemporary Southern modernity, focusing on Brazil, Chile and South Africa. Finally, it explores the dynamics of contemporary modernity worldwide, looking at the relationship between past oppression and injustice and expectations for future freedom and justice"-- Provided by publisher |
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Civilization, Modern -- 21st century
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World history
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| Alt Author |
Wagner, Peter, 1956-
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