Subversions of International Order: Studies in the Political Anthropology of Culture

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The essays explore the evolution of anthropology by examining alternative and sub-versions of global orders rather than isolated cultures. The author analyzes political disorder and its representation in the post-Cold War context, highlighting the challenges of national identity amidst global changes. Focusing on Germany's transformation during the collapse of socialism, the work delves into the complex interactions between the first and second Worlds, revealing the tensions between legitimacy and identity in a rapidly changing political landscape.