Ambiguities of Domination: Politics, Rhetoric, and Symbols in Contemporary Syria
by Lisa Wedeen
Lisa Wedeen's 'Ambiguities of Domination' delves into the politics, rhetoric, and symbols that underpin power in contemporary Syria. It uncovers how these elements create a complex web of control and compliance, offering a nuanced view of authoritarian governance through public and symbolic practices.
About This Book
In 'Ambiguities of Domination,' Lisa Wedeen explores the mechanisms of political control in modern Syria, focusing on how rhetoric and symbols contribute to the maintenance of authority.
The book analyzes the ways in which public participation in symbolic acts reinforces the regime's power, even amid apparent ambiguities and contradictions.
Through a detailed study of political discourse, Wedeen illustrates the interplay between domination and the subtle forms of resistance it engenders in Syrian society.
This work provides insights into the broader implications of symbolic politics for understanding authoritarianism in the contemporary Middle East.
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