National Identity

Hardship is now equated with victimhood. Outward displays of vulnerability in defeat are celebrated over winning unabashedly. The pursuit of excellence and exceptionalism are at the heart of American identity, and the disappearance of these ideals in our country leaves a deep moral and cultural vacuum in its wake. But the solution isn’t to simply complain about it. It’s to revive a new cultural movement in America that puts excellence first again.

Looking into the intricate relationship between nationalism, national identity, and conflict, this book offers a comparative approach to understanding the enduring tensions in Southeast Europe. Alexis Heraclides examines the complex dynamics of five nations – Albanians, Bulgarians, Greeks, Macedonians, and Turks – and four key axis of conflicts: Greece and Turkey, Greece and Macedonia, Bulgaria and Macedonia, and Greece and Albania. Through in-depth analysis, the Heraclides explores how historical narratives and the denial of other's identities fuel protracted rivalry and hinder ...

A brief history of Kenya since independence and some of the major political and social developments which have taken place in the country during the post-colonial era. The author also looks at the significance of ethnicity and ethnic identities in the formation of Kenya as a nation. The geography of the country, focusing on provinces and other geographical aspects of the country, is also an important part of this study.

In Teaching White Supremacy, Donald Yacovone shows us the clear and damning evidence of white supremacy’s deep-seated roots in our nation’s education system in a fascinating, in-depth examination of America’s wide assortment of texts, from primary readers to college textbooks and other higher-ed course materials. Sifting through a wealth of materials, from the colonial era to today, Yacovone reveals the systematic ways in which white supremacist ideology has infiltrated American culture and how it has been at the heart of our collective national identity.

After 1660, English governments aimed to convert scattered overseas dominions into a coordinated territorial power base. Stuart monarchs encouraged schemes for expansion in America, Africa, and Asia, tightened control over existing territories, and endorsed systems of slave labor. But English power was precarious, and colonial designs were subject to regular defeats and failed experimentation. Recovering from recent Civil Wars at home, England was shaken by unrest and upheaval through the later seventeenth century.

It all starts here: The thrilling story of Steve Bixton's first case. Our hero has a national treasure to recover, a criminal mastermind to unmask, and a social studies report due Monday -- all while on the run from cops, thugs, and secret-agent librarians.

Enter a world of turbulence and emotion, where the sounds of the 1960s and 1970s collide with history. Join David, Margaret Mary, Teddy, and Peter on a rollercoaster ride through life's highs and lows, as they navigate the aftermath of the Vietnam War, David and Teddy return home to face new challenges, while Margaret Mary's choices lead her down unexpected paths. And in the heart of Rome, Peter embarks on a journey of faith and self-discovery. Experience the timeless adventure of The Mountaintop Series in Wired For Sound, where every turn of the page brings a new thrill. If you enjoy ...

Haiti is not poor. That claim may sound provocative, but it is the truth. Haiti is a land rich in natural beauty, fertile soil, renewable energy, and a revolutionary history unlike any other in the Americas. What holds it back is not poverty, but forgetfulness. We have forgotten our resources, our resilience, and our responsibility. We import food though our land is fertile. We endure blackouts though the sun, wind, and rivers surround us. We celebrate our diaspora’s success abroad while our institutions collapse at home. This book is not a cry for pity. it is a call for accountability. ...

How did the Vietnam War change the way we think of ourselves as a people and a nation? Christian G. Appy now examines the relationship between the war's realities and myths and its impact on our national identity, conscience, pride, shame, popular culture, and postwar foreign policy.

Using his family farm and story as the foundation of his yarning, a young, entrepreneurial, farming Worimi man leaps into the discussion of agriculture on this land on which we live, its past, but more importantly, its future

Since the introduction of multi-user computer systems, user authentication has primarily relied on the use of usernames and passwords. To strengthen the authentication process, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requires the user to present multiple elements in different categories, or “factors,” as part of an authentication attempt. These factors are something you have, something you know, and something you are.

Are you a leader looking for inspiration to make your nation, organization or team thrive? Do you want to learn from one of the most successful leaders in modern history? Look no further than Lee Kuan Yew: Lessons for Leaders and Nations. This book delves into the life and legacy of Lee Kuan Yew, the founding father of Singapore and the man responsible for transforming it from a third-world country to a thriving metropolis in just a few decades. Along the way, he faced countless challenges and obstacles, including extreme poverty, racial tension, and geopolitical pressures. But through it ...

The Balkan area has historically been one of the world’s most combustible regions. Home to several national groups and at a crossroads of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the Balkans have exerted an outsized role on world affairs. Infamously, the 1914 assassination of Austrian Archduke Franz Ferdinand by a Serb nationalist, Gavrilo Princip, was the final straw that led to World War I. The Balkans, however, had been flammable long before Princip’s bullets murdered the Austrian monarch-in-waiting.

In The Case for Nationalism, Lowry explains how nationalism was central to the American Project. It fueled the American Revolution and the ratification of the Constitution. It preserved the country during the Civil War. It led to the expansion of the American nation’s territory and power, and eventually to our invaluable contribution to creating an international system of self-governing nations.

What Is America? A Nation’s Journey Through Conflict, Change, and Identity What does it mean to be American? What defines the United States—its ideals, its contradictions, its ever-evolving story? What Is America? is a sweeping, provocative exploration of the forces that have shaped the nation from its founding to the present day. This book takes readers on a journey through history, politics, culture, and social movements, examining the tensions and triumphs that have defined the American experiment. From revolution to reconstruction, civil rights to the culture wars, economic booms to...

For centuries, the story of Black America has been one of resilience, resistance, and relentless faith. Ummah Rising uncovers a powerful and often overlooked thread in that story—the enduring relationship between Islam and Black identity in the United States. From the whispered prayers of enslaved African Muslims to the revolutionary sermons of Malcolm X and the transformative leadership of Imam Warith Deen Mohammed, this book traces a legacy of spiritual defiance and divine reclamation. It explores how Islam provided Black Americans with not only a new faith but also a restored identity,...

A young teacher navigates the politics of a territory continually “annexed:” Memel/Klaipeda. A raw, short account of what happened to a serious teacher of physical education when the Germans took over Memel and parts of Lithuania in 1939. He struggles with his multicultural identity in face of life-threatening politics, and continually weighs his convictions in choosing citizenship and jobs. The story is a fictionalized memoir written in the third person.

In Scientific Americans, Susan Branson explores the place of science and technology in American efforts to achieve cultural independence from Europe and America's nation building in the early republic and antebellum eras. This engaging tour of scientific education and practices among ordinary citizens charts the development of nationalism and national identity alongside roads, rails, and machines.

This book is a meditation on the enduring power — and the quiet danger — of the nation. Drawing from personal memory, philosophical critique, and cultural analysis, it explores how nationalism, though a modern invention, has rooted itself deeply in identity, language, death, and belonging. It questions the myths of origin, the imagined unity of the “we,” and the emotional architecture that transforms patriotism into violence. While honoring the richness of cultural difference, it challenges the need for borders, purity, and exclusion as the basis of political life.

Navigate the complexities of conflict with "The Principles of Conflict Management," your comprehensive guide to understanding, resolving, and preventing disputes. This insightful book takes you beyond the surface to explore the diverse factors that fuel conflict, equipping you with practical tools for fostering healthier relationships and creating positive change. Gain mastery in conflict resolution: Demystifying conflict: Redefine conflict in simple terms and unveil its underlying causes, from misunderstandings and differing viewpoints to deeper value clashes. Practical solutions: Learn ...