Symbols of Defeat in the Construction of National Identity

ISBN-13: 9781107013360 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 306 str.

Steven Mock

Opis

Explains why nations elevate images of their own defeat to the center of their symbolism and understanding of their history.

Recenzje

'Using a comparative case-study approach, Steven Mock develops a provocative theory about nationalism's adaptation of the religious blood-sacrifice myth as the key to its powerful grip on modern societies. This is a book that will be sure to engender animated controversy.' Aviel Roshwald, Georgetown University, and author of The Endurance of Nationalism: Ancient Roots and Modern Dilemmas

Spis treści

1. Theories of nations and nationalism; 2. Totem sacrifice and national identity; 3. Symbols of defeat in national monument and ritual; 4. The defeat narrative in national myth and symbol; 5. Implications to politics and diplomacy; 6. Exceptions.