Everyday Constructions of Identity and Belonging
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Everyday Constructions of Identity and Belonging
This book uses ordinary citizens' opinions of military intervention as a lens to examine state-society dynamics and identity formation in Chad.
Everyday Constructions of Identity and Belonging by Moudwe Daga uses Chad as a case study to explore state-society dynamics and identity formation through the lens of ordinary citizens' opinions on military intervention.
This book shifts the focus to everyday perspectives, presenting a groundbreaking approach to understanding identity as a shared, evolving process between citizens and elites.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529248593
Publisher: Bristol University Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 18 December 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Illustration: Not illustrated
Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 148
About the Author
Moudwe Daga is a scholar whose work explores identity, belonging, and collective memory in francophone Africa. He examines how ordinary people shape political and social life through everyday narratives and practices. His research contributes to wider debates on citizenship, nationalism, and the enduring legacies of colonialism, offering fresh insights into how communities negotiate difference and belonging.
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