Essays about: "Political history"
Showing result 11 - 15 of 646 essays containing the words Political history.
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11. An anthem for Europe: Comparing historical appropriations of Beethoven's Ode to Joy
University essay from Lunds universitet/EuropastudierAbstract : Since its composition two centuries ago in 1824, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony (Ode to Joy) has been heralded the world over not only as a great work of art, but also as a symbol of political importance. In Germany, it was lionised as the embodiment of a national spirit, first during the Franco-Prussian war, then as a prize of the Nazi repertoire; in Rhodesia, it became the national anthem of a far-right white ethno-state, while on the far-left, it occupied a rare position of Western revolutionary music in China. READ MORE
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12. The Heraldry of the Vasa Dynasty : Coats of arms as propaganda tools in conflicts with the outside world and within the family
University essay from Karlstads universitet/Institutionen för samhälls- och kulturvetenskap (from 2013)Abstract : During the rule of the house of Vasa 1523-1654, Sweden saw a vastly increased output of new government heraldry and official symbols. This thesis investigates the political motives behind the creation of these symbols and their use as propaganda tools as part of the formation of the Swedish state. READ MORE
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13. Portraits of Participation : An interview study on the effects of social learning theory mechanisms on political participation
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionenAbstract : If democratic society is to avert the dire straits that may come from decreasing levels of political participation and civic engagement, all potential explanatory factors must be explored. The purpose of this paper is to i) elucidate how the modeling and self-efficacy mechanisms of social learning theory affect individuals’ decisions to participate politically or not, and ii) assess the applicability of the relatively unutilized social learning theory in studies on political socialization and participation, respectively. READ MORE
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14. The Politics of the Uyghur Genocide - “A War on Words”
University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)Abstract : Throughout history, recurring instances of genocide have subjected specific groups and minorities to severe human rights violations. The most significant aspect of genocide is the international community's response, which often proves ineffective due to delayed reactions and self-interest. READ MORE
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15. History, Progress, Morality : An Inquiry on the Metaethics of Moral Progress
University essay from Linköpings universitet/Institutionen för kultur och samhälleAbstract : In this essay, I examine the interplay between history, progress, and morality, as it is discussed explicitly or implicitly in the metaethical literature. At first sight, it is perhaps intuitive that these three are necessarily intertwined and mutually dependent, as if they were casually connected. READ MORE
