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Zusatztext Fine collection of essays ... a rich and thought-provoking work. Informationen zum Autor Anthony D. Smith is Professor of Ethnicity and Nationalism, European Institute, London School of Economics. Klappentext This book 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! and assesses the contemporary revival of ethnic conflicts and nationalism. Zusammenfassung The book examines the interest in and attachment to nationality and the idea of nation in the light of recent increases in ethnic conflict around the world. The book examines how the myths, memories and symbols of the nation define our identities, the depth of ethnic attachment, and the persistence of nations to this day. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction: `Ethno-symbolism' and the study of nationalism Part I - Ethno-history and National Identity l: Nationalism and the Historians 2: National Identity and Myths of Ethnic Descent 3: The Problem of National Identity: Ancient, Medieval and Modern? 4: Chosen Peoples: Why Ethnic Groups Survive 5: Nation and Ethnoscape Part II - Myths and Memories of Modern Nations 6: Gastronomy or Geology? The Role of Nationalism in the Reconstruction of Nations 7: Ethnic Nationalism and the Plight of Minorities 8: Zionism and Diaspora Nationalism 9: National Identity and the Idea of European Unity 10: The Resurgence of Nationalism? Myth and Memory in the Renewal of Nations
