Celebrities, heroes and champions examines the popular politician in British and Irish society from the Napoleonic Wars to the Second Reform Act. Covering a range of political movements, it offers a unique perspective on contemporary political culture including the connections between popular politics and an evolving culture of celebrity. -- .
Rethinking the university explores and develops key critical debates in the humanities (concerning, for example, postmodernism, New Historicism, political criticism, cultural studies, interdisciplinarity and deconstruction), in the context of the various crises widely felt to be facing academic institutions. -- .
Jacques Derrida's complex relationship with the university serves as a focal point for exploring broader themes of belonging and non-belonging in his political thought. Morgan Wortham delves into how these tensions inform Derrida's views on citizenship, rights, and the nation-state, addressing contemporary issues like asylum, immigration, and the resurgence of religion. The book critically examines how assumptions about belonging influence constitutional and legal frameworks, revealing the intricate interplay between philosophy, activism, and institutional constraints.