Identity

Identity by Francis Fukuyama examines the importance of personal and collective identity in the political, social and cultural life of modern societies. The author analyses how a sense of belonging, recognition and respect for identity affect social stability, conflict and political developments.

Fukuyama discusses the challenges that arise when individuals or groups feel marginalised or denied, and how this can lead to social tension, radicalism or demands for greater recognition. The book includes historical and current examples, offering an in-depth analysis of the relationship between identity, democracy and globalisation.