This course offers an in-depth analysis of contemporary resentment as a socio-political phenomenon, exploring the complex causes and consequences of resentment in various contexts, including politics, society and culture. Drawing on theories and concepts from social sciences, philosophy, and cultural studies, we will investigate why resentment has become a dominant emotion in modern politics, examining its intersections with issues like identity, inequality, and power. Through a critical examination of case studies and empirical research, students will gain a nuanced understanding of the role of resentment in shaping public discourse, influencing political behaviour, and affecting social relationships, and consider the implications of resentment for democratic governance and social cohesion.

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