Benedict Anderson
Political scientist; author of 'Imagined Communities'
Born
August 26th, 1936
88 years ago
Died
2015
10 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1936, an American political scientist and academic focused on nationalism. 'Imagined Communities: Reflections on the Origin and Spread of Nationalism' published in 1983 gained significant attention, exploring the concept of nations as socially constructed communities. Anderson's work emphasized the role of print capitalism in the development of national identities. The theories presented became foundational in the field of nationalism studies. Teaching positions included Cornell University, where extensive research contributed to the understanding of political dynamics in Southeast Asia.
Authored 'Imagined Communities'
Contributed to nationalism studies
Taught at Cornell University
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