The classical theory of sovereignty describes as absolute and undivided yet no early modern state could claim such features. Historical record instead suggests that was always divided contested. In this article I argue Foucault offers a competing account underlines features is thus more historically apt. While commentators typically assume Foucault’s understanding borrowed from the theory, demo...

It is often said that sovereignty ever less meaningful in the modern world. Yet, claims continue to proliferate. There are two elements: subject of self-determination (sovereignty) and object. Scottish independence Brexit examples, yet they differ important ways. postulates British people complete The movement but now places object (independence) a European context shared sovereignty. Analysis ...