Conflict and Politics of Identity in Sudan

1. Front Matter

   Pages I-XIV

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2. Introduction

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   Pages 1-8

3. Reconceptualizing History, Identity, and Conflict

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   Pages 9-22

4. Slavery, Colonialism, and State Formation in the Sudan

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   Pages 23-41

5. Nationalism, State, and Identity Politics

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   Pages 43-56

6. Exile, Identity, and Political Reform

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   Pages 57-75

7. The Crisis in Darfur and the North-South Peace Process

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   Pages 77-92

8. Beyond “Race” and “Ethnicity”: Toward a Transformative Discourse for Democratic Citizenship

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   Pages 93-108

9. Conclusion

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   Pages 109-112

10. Back Matter

    Pages 113-143

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This book explores the relationship between state formation and political identities in the context of Sudan's conflict. Idris examines how hierarchy was historically constructed and politically institutionalized in the Sudan, acknowledging the centrality of the historical legacy of slavery and colonialism in Sudan's postcolonial crisis

• conflict
• Institution
• nationalism
• Political Reform
• violence

Choice Outstanding Academic Title 2006

AMIR IDRIS is an Assistant Professor of African Studies at Fordham University, USA.

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