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Disenchanting the monarchy.

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  • 1Department of Politics, University of Sussex, Brighton, BN1 9QE, UK.

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Area of Science:

  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • British Studies

Background:

  • The enduring presence of the British monarchy amidst societal shifts like mass democracy and the decline of deference remains a significant, yet under-researched, puzzle in modern British politics.
  • Early analyses, such as Tom Nairn's 'The Enchanted Glass' (1988), questioned the monarchy's longevity against neoliberalism, a view later revised by Nairn and subsequent scholars.
  • Contemporary research highlights how the inherent contradictions and absurdities of monarchy obscure and amplify its political impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the under-examination of the British monarchy's role in contemporary national life.
  • To analyze the complex interplay between affective discourses (pride, nationhood, nostalgia) and socio-political concepts (ordinariness, merit, inequality) as perpetuated by the monarchy.
  • To underscore the monarchy's significance in understanding the current political climate.

Main Methods:

  • This paper adopts a critical analytical approach, building upon the theoretical framework established by Tom Nairn.
  • It involves a close examination of the discourse surrounding the British monarchy, integrating historical context with contemporary political analysis.
  • The study synthesizes existing scholarship on the monarchy, political science, and cultural studies to explore its multifaceted influence.

Main Results:

  • The monarchy's persistence is linked to its ability to weave together nationalistic sentiments with perceptions of merit and social stratification.
  • Despite its historical and imperial legacy, the institution remains a potent force, shaping public understanding of nationhood and inequality.
  • The study reveals that the monarchy's 'serious political effects' are often deepened by its perceived contradictions and absurdities.

Conclusions:

  • The British monarchy continues to exert a significant, albeit often overlooked, influence on contemporary British politics and national identity.
  • Understanding the entwined discourses of national pride, nostalgia, ordinariness, and inequality is crucial for grasping the monarchy's enduring appeal and political function.
  • Further serious academic attention is warranted to fully comprehend the monarchy's role in the modern political landscape.