Description: An incisive and timely analysis of the impact the Paris terror attacks have had on today's struggles over multiculturalism, integration and freedom of speech.
Brief description:
Gavan Titley is a lecturer in media studies at Maynooth University. His books include The Crises of Multiculturalism: Racism in a Neoliberal Age, also published by Zed Books, and Racism and Media.
Review Quotes:
"The attack on Charlie Hebdo has been a transformative event, one that presents particular challenges for freedom of speech. This insightful collection helps us to reflect on how we can develop an alternative narrative on violence, racism and freedom of expression." --Donatella della Porta, Scuola Normale Superiore (Florence)
"A unique transnational take on the weaponisation of liberal values after the Paris attacks. After Charlie Hebdo takes Islamophobia apart and equips us for the fight back." --Liz Fekete, Director, Institute of Race Relations "A bold, challenging and forthright collection that raises fundamental questions around issues of race and identity." --Michael Cronin, Trinity College Dublin "These essays offer stimulating perspectives on the violent paradoxes of French liberalism. For English speakers, they give valuable context to the political dynamics behind the Charlie episode." --Nick Riemer, University of Sydney "An engaging contribution to our understanding of the 2015 attacks, examining the media framing of the event and the conflict of values it created in public debate." --Romain Badouard, University of Cergy-Pontoise