Howard Lune Knihy

The book explores the cultivation of Irish identity in America as a means to promote independent nationhood and citizenship for Ireland. It highlights the role of various institutions, including clubs and societies, in coordinating efforts to construct a nationalist identity among the Irish diaspora. Through these collective actions, the narrative illustrates how Irish Americans contributed to the broader struggle for Ireland's independence.

Focusing on the response of marginalized communities in New York to the HIV/AIDS crisis, the book explores how these groups organized to address threats to their well-being. It highlights the formation of a new organizational field that coordinated various efforts, illustrating how affected individuals redefined their social and political context. This study provides an inspiring perspective on how shared needs can lead to collective action, showcasing resilience and community empowerment in the face of adversity.

Read the first chapter of this innovative new text here Social life is a collective process, and virtually all of social life in contemporary industrial nations is shaped by formal organizations and recognized social institutions.