| Description |
x, 290 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm |
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Explorations in anthropology |
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Explorations in anthropology.
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| Contents |
1. The Performance of Memory -- Pt. I. The Tradition of Parading. 2. A Custom Established, 1690-1790. 3. Riotous Assemblies, 1769-1850. 4. Parading Identity, 1870-1968 -- Pt. II. Two Communities. 5. The Glorious Twelfth. 6. The Endless Parade. 7. Our Day Will Come - Parading Irish Nationalism -- Pt. III. Displaying Faith. 8. Trust in God, But Keep Your Powder Dry. 9. A Nation Once Again -- Pt. IV. Painting the Streets. 10. At the Going Down of the Sun. 11. Hungering for Peace. 12. In Conclusion |
| Summary |
The deep and abiding sectarian divide splintering Northern Ireland has been the focus of considerable attention recently. In particular, the role parades and visual displays play in underscoring opposition has come into the spotlight with the emergence of heightened tensions, close on the heels of a tentative peace. Providing penetrating insights into the historical roots of Northern Ireland's ethnic hostilities, this timely book explores the role of images and material culture in shaping present attitudes. Ritual, identity, class and memory are shown to be potent forces informing trenchant animosities -- animosities which are visually reflected in banners and murals for unionists and nationalists alike. The pivotal role of the Twelfth of July parade in Belfast, when an estimated 100,000 either parade or watch the Orangemen, is highlighted. [Publisher] |
| Notes |
Based on the author's thesis (Ph. D.--University College, London) |
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Based on the author's thesis (Ph. D.--University College, London) |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 264-277). - Includes index |
| Subject |
Banners -- Northern Ireland.
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Flags -- Northern Ireland.
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Group identity -- Northern Ireland.
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Marching bands -- Northern Ireland.
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Nationalism -- Northern Ireland.
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Mural painting and decoration, Irish -- Northern Ireland.
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Parades -- Northern Ireland.
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Politics in art.
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Religion and politics -- Northern Ireland.
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Street art -- Northern Ireland.
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| SUBJECT |
Northern Ireland -- History. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85092557
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Northern Ireland -- Politics and government. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85092560
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| Author |
ebrary, Inc.
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| LC no. |
97199843 |
| ISBN |
1859731244 (cased) |
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1859731295 (paperback) |
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