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Stigma

The Machinery of Inequality

Imogen Tyler

A radical new theory of the political function of stigma with which to better understand and resist the rise of authoritarian capitalism.
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Stigma is a corrosive social force by which individuals and communities throughout history have been systematically dehumanised, scapegoated and oppressed. From the literal stigmatizing (tattooing) of criminals in ancient Greece, to modern day discrimination against Muslims, refugees and the 'undeserving poor', stigma has long been a means of securing the interests of powerful elites.

In this radical reconceptualisation Tyler precisely and passionately outlines the political function of stigma as an instrument of state coercion. Through an original social and economic reframing of the history of stigma, Tyler reveals stigma as a political practice, illuminating previously forgotten histories of resistance against stigmatization, boldly arguing that these histories provide invaluable insights for understanding the rise of authoritarian forms of government today.

Author Bio

Imogen Tyler is a Professor of Sociology at Lancaster University and a Fellow of the Academy of Social Science. A teacher, writer and social activist, she is a member of the Morecambe Bay Poverty Truth Commission and a trustee of the UK Poverty Truth Network. She has published widely on issues of social inequality and injustice, and her critically acclaimed book Revolting Subjects (2013) was shortlisted for the Bread and Roses Award for Radical Publishing.

Table of Contents

  • Introduction: Stigma, the Machinery of Inequality  
  • 1. The Penal Tattoo  
  • 2. From Stigma Power to Black Power  
  • 3. The Stigma Machine of the Border  
  • 4. The Stigma Machine of Austerity
  • 5. Shame Lives on the Eyelids
  • 6. Conclusion: Rage Against the Stigma Machines  

Reviews

'Imogen Tyler’s passionate book brings out the enduring power of stigma to mark inequality on the body in profound, searing ways. This will be a vital contribution to recognising the lived experience of inequality across history.'
Mike Savage, London School of Economics

'A profoundly original and innovating book. By giving voice to the dehumanised, Tyler’s book powerfully bears witness to the suffering and tragedy unfolding in our age. Historically attentive and theoretically sophisticated… intellectually rich and elegantly written.'
Satnam Virdee, University of Glasgow

‘A devastating and brilliant book that reconceptualises stigma for the Twenty-First Century. Tyler skewers austerity and border regimes, laying out their human costs with clear-eyed, thoughtful analysis. Stigma is essential reading for these times.’
Emma Jackson, Goldsmiths

'If you think you know what stigma is, think again. This book is essential reading for anyone hoping to understand the roots of stigma in our society and how it is leveraged to embed inequities.'
Mary O'Hara

Details

Publication Date: 15 April 2020
416 pages

Product ISBNs: Hardback: 9781786993304
eBook ePub: 9781786993328
eBook Kindle: 9781786993335

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