I Want to Break Free

Name: I Want to Break Free
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SKU: 9781526166050
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A Practical Guide to Making a New Country

By Matt Qvortrup

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I Want to Break Free by Matt Qvortrup explores the complex dynamics of secessionist movements across the world. It delves into the political, social, and economic factors that drive regions to seek independence and examines contemporary cases to reveal the challenges and opportunities these movements face. The book provides an insightful analysis of the balance between nationalism and globalisation in current affairs.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the dynamics of political movements and the desire for self-determination. It offers a compelling exploration of how and why people pursue independence and autonomy in different contexts, blending historical insight with current affairs.

I Want to Break Free

Written in a conversational form, this book provides an accessible and entertaining primer to those aspiring to make a new state.

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The book delves into the legal, economic and political problems of creating new states, using historical examples and anecdotes from all over the world to illustrate the obstacles to these campaigns.

Are you fed up with the divided and unequal society or suffocating laws and regulations of the country where you live? Ever dreamed of starting your own country or just want to understand how that happens? In this refreshing new book, I Want to Break Free, Matt Qvortrup provides a step-by-step guide to forming an independent country, from organising a referendum and winning it, to receiving official international recognition, establishing a currency and even entering the Eurovision song contest.

Qvortrup recounts his globetrotting experiences as an expert consultant on referendums to give a no-nonsense explanation of the many hurdles and barriers, as well as the opportunities for those who want to break free.

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I Want to Break Free by Matt Qvortrup receives praise for its detailed and insightful exploration of political independence movements. Reviewers highlight its practical guidance on nation-building and secessionism, enriched with historical and contemporary examples. The book is described as both informative and engaging, making complex topics accessible to a wider audience, and is recommended for anyone interested in self-government and state-making.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526166050

Publisher: Manchester University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Manchester University Press

Illustration: 5 diagrams and 4 tables

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 184

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About the Author

Matt Qvortrup is Professor of Political Science at Coventry University

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