Legitimating identities : the self-presentation of rulers and subjects
All rulers spend time convincing themselves of their right to rule. Legitimating Identities draws on a growing body of research in political science, history, and sociology to show how governments of all kinds devote resources and energy to cultivating their identity for their own self-justification and esteem
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Cover; Half-title; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Acknowledgements; CHAPTER 1 Legitimacy and legitimation; CHAPTER 2 Legitimating identities; CHAPTER 3 King John s Christmas cards: self-legitimation; CHAPTER 4 Cousins at home and abroad; CHAPTER 5 Rebels and vigilantes; CHAPTER 6 Citizens; CHAPTER 7 Conclusion; Bibliography; Index
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