"Rossija-matuška"

Autori

• Oleg I. Rjabov

Parametri

• Scienze politiche & Politica

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This monograph explores ‘Mother Russia’ as a central concept of Russian nationalism, illustrating its role in shaping Russianness, defining ‘Ours’ and ‘Theirs,’ and legitimizing power within Russia's political landscape. The first chapter establishes a methodological framework, defining key terms such as gender, nationalism, identity, and discourse. It interprets gender as a context-dependent phenomenon that intersects with nationalism, influencing the formation of gender order during Modernity and serving as a marker for inclusion and exclusion in collective identity. The author argues that gender discourse acts as a weapon of war, crucial for national mobilization and asserting supremacy. Chapter II examines ‘Mother Russia’ through postcolonial lenses, revealing its roots in Russian cultural mythology and its evolution influenced by Modernity's discourse, which divides the world into ‘the West and the Rest.’ In Western culture, ‘Mother Russia’ symbolizes a boundary between a ‘masculine’ West and a ‘feminine’ Russia, with contemporary media portraying Russia as irrational and chaotic. This femininity is often framed within a ‘messianic’ discourse, positioning Russia as a savior. The chapter also notes that other non-Western cultures adopt similar ‘authofeminization’ narratives, contrasting with a perceived dangerous masculinity of the West. Chapter III analyzes the evolution of ‘Mother Russia’ throughout the 20th century,

Lingua: Russo

Pubblicato: 2007