Ethnicity Without Groups

In "Ethnicity Without Groups," Rogers Brubaker challenges conventional views of ethnicity, arguing that it should not be seen as a stable, inherent characteristic of groups. Instead, he posits that ethnicity is a dynamic and situational aspect of social life, shaped by context and interaction. Brubaker emphasizes the importance of understanding ethnic categories, classifications, and identifications rather than reifying ethnic groups as concrete entities. He advocates for a focus on processes and practices that produce and transform ethnic distinctions, thereby offering a more nuanced and fluid perspective on ethnicity.