Courageous Citizens

This book is an advocate for the change-making capacity of culture. It is also a source of inspiration for renegotiating our understanding of the world and affirming culture as a critical space to practice courage and perseverance amid complex societal reconfigurations. It focuses on courageous citizens: those whose daring, sharing and inventing contribute to our collective future, and for whom culture and democracy are the starting points for vision and action.0The contributors explore intellectual and practical interventions that open up a terrain of debate in the enduring struggle for just societies across Europe, zooming in on three key themes that have proven to be of particular relevance during the past decade, and that also keep resonating when looking at the very possibility of another future. They do so by acknowledging the underlying cycle of (re-)thinking, doing and changing that is inherent to remodelling the way we view the world, and concurrently, the potential of culture to generate positive social change.0The three key themes addressed in the book are: 1) Identity and Diversity, 2) Culture, Communities and Democracies; and 3) Solidarity and Fragmentation.

Women Courageous: Leading through the Labyrinth is a unique collection of stories of courage, integrated with scholarly analysis to deepen our understanding of courage - how it shows up, develops, and facilitates transformation.

This book is a comparative history that explores the social, cultural, and political formation of the modern nation through the construction of public schooling. It asks how modern school systems arose in a variety of different republics and non-republics across four continents during the period from the late eighteenth century to the early twentieth century. The authors begin with the republican preoccupation with civic virtue – the need to overcome self-interest in order to take up the common interest – which requires a form of education that can produce individuals who are capable of self-guided rational action for the public good. They then ask how these educational preoccupations led to the emergence of modern school systems in a disparate array of national contexts, even those that were not republican. By examining historical changes in republicanism across time and space, the authors explore central epistemologies that connect the modern individual to community and citizenship through the medium of schooling. Ideas of the individual were reformulated in the nineteenth century in reaction to new ideas about justice, social order, and progress, and the organization and pedagogy of the school turned these changes into a way to transform the self into the citizen.

In the past three decades, feminist scholars have produced an extraordinary rich body of theoretical writing in humanities and social science disciplines. This revised and updated second edition of Theorizing Feminism: Parallel Trends in the Humanities and Social Sciences, is a genuinely interdisciplinary anthology of significant contributions to feminist theory.This timely reader is creatively edited, and contains insightful introductory material. It illuminates the historical development of feminist theory as well as the current state of the field. Emphasizing common themes and interests in the humanities and social sciences, the editors have chosen topics that remain relevant to current debates, reflect the interests of a diverse community of thinkers, and have been central to feminist theory in many disciplines.The contributors include leading figures from the fields of psychology, literary criticism, sociology, philosophy, anthropology, art history, law, and economics. This is the ideal text for any advanced course on interdisciplinary feminist theory, one that fills a long-standing gap in feminist pedagogy.

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of Stoic philosophy with "The Virtue of Courage: Volume I," the latest installment in the esteemed "Handbooks for Stoics" series by Parth Sawhney. Within these pages, Sawhney delves deep into the essence of one of Stoicism's most revered virtues: Courage. Inspired by the timeless wisdom of ancient Stoic philosophers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius, "The Virtue of Courage" serves as a beacon of guidance for navigating life's trials with resilience and grace. Through a collection of illuminating essays, Sawhney invites readers to embrace courage as a foundational pillar of Stoic virtue, empowering them to confront challenges with a steadfast mind and unwavering spirit. From conquering fears and uncertainties to navigating moral quandaries and embracing discomfort, this volume offers a comprehensive roadmap for cultivating courage in every facet of life. Sawhney's insightful reflections and practical strategies inspire readers to live authentically, with integrity and purpose. Whether you seek personal growth, professional success, or a deeper understanding of Stoic philosophy, "The Virtue of Courage: Volume I" is an indispensable companion on the journey toward wisdom and virtue. Discover the transformative power of courage and embark on a path to a life of meaning, resilience, and fulfillment with this essential handbook for modern Stoics.

"This is a book about moral choice and courage. It is not, however, an abstract work of moral philosophy or psychology. Rather it is an exploration of the choices made by real individuals faced by moral quandaries. Monroe and her students interviewed people who faced moral dilemmas to see what motivated them to make difficult moral choices. These ranged from public officials dealing with issues of honesty and equity in public policy, to individuals facing private difficulties as well as people who choose to focus their lives helping those in need. What explains a courageous choice? Monroe argues that moral courage comes from one's understanding of their identity. As she found in her previous work on rescuers of Jews during the holocaust, the people she interviews in this book felt that they had no choice but to take a courageous stand. Monroe explores how this identity develops through the life stories of these individuals"--

"I knew I was going to lose my sister and began to shiver. Then, I told myself that I had to risk my life in order to save my sister. I hit the hungry animal with the plate several times. Eventually, it left my sister and ran towards the fields. I was able to save my sister and earned a moment of pride," says Mahima, with a twinkle in her eyes. This is the story of Mahima Tiwari, one of the brave girls of India who had been awarded with the prestigious Geeta Chopra Award in 2004. Her commendable act gives strength to many other children of her age to emulate. A brief glimpse into the lives of these courageous kids who deserve to be honored and remembered for their unsurpassable acts, is being presented through this book. We have tried to make this book knowledgeable and interesting by covering inspirational stories of kids across the nation. Hope our esteemed readers will appreciate our attempt to laud the sacrifice of these brave children who are the winners of various National Bravery Awards of India.

In this companion to his best-selling book, Singleton presents first-person vignettes and a detailed case study showing educators how to usher in courageous conversations to ignite systemic transformation.