Nationalism and Ethnicity (Frontier of the Century)

Author: (British) E. Hobsbawm, translated by Li Jinmei
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Publishing Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book discusses the various manifestations and evolution of ethnicity and nationalism in the history of Europe over the past two centuries, as well as the changes in their connotations. The author avoids getting entangled in issues such as the concept and standards of ethnicity, instead focusing on their transformations and transitions, and uses the study of nationalism to illustrate the complexity of ethnic issues. Modern European history is a history of reconfiguring borders due to the rise of nationalism, and various ethnic and nationalist consciousness also influenced surrounding regions and colonies. Therefore, the development and evolution of ethnicity and nationalism constitute the main theme of this period. This book is of great reference value for understanding the global development and evolution of ethnicity and nationalism.
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