Bandeiras nacionais e retórica política: uma comparação semiótica entre Itália e Brasil
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the semantic and symbolic complexity of flags in contemporary culture. Discussing specific examples in Italy, it analyzes how a variety of contexts employ flags, showing their socio-political, communication, and cultural connotations. It uses semiotic theories to describe the relation between flags and their meanings in different situations, highlighting the ambiguity inherent in these symbols and their role in expressing national identity, protest, and power. This study also addresses the influence of material, color, and context on the interpretation of flags.
Source: Matrizes
Author: Massimo Leone
Institution: University of Turin
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4396612227