Myths and memories of the nation

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Smith, Anthony D., author.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (296 p.)

Summary:

Nations and nationalism remain powerful phenomena in the contemporary world. Why do they continue to inspire such passion and attachments? This text explores the roots of nationalism by examining the myths, symbols and memories of the nation through an ethno-symbolic approach. It reveals the continuing power of myth and memory to mobilize, define and shape people and their destinies. It examines the variety and durability of ethnic attachments and national identities, assesses the contemporary revival of ethnic conflicts and nationalism and analyses the depth of ethnic attachments and the persistence of nations to this day.

ISBN:

0-19-158409-6

0-585-36570-9