Myths and Memories of the Nation

Myths and Memories of the Nation
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Publisher : Oxford University Press on Demand
Total Pages : 288
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ISBN-10 : 0198296843
ISBN-13 : 9780198296843
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Download or read book Myths and Memories of the Nation written by Anthony D. Smith and published by Oxford University Press on Demand. This book was released on 1999 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nations and nationalism remain powerful phenomena in the contemporary world. Why do they continue to inspire such passion and attachments? Myths and Memories of the Nation explores the roots of nationalism by examining the myths, symbols and memories of the nation through a 'ethno-symbolic' approach. The book reveals the continuing power of myth and memory to mobilise, define and shape people and their destinies. It examines the variety and durability of ethnic attachments and national identities, and assesses the contemporary revival of ethnic conflicts and nationalism. The book analyses the depth of ethnic attachments and the persistence of nations to this day.


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