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The myth of the 'Modern Nation' and the myths of nations.

Authors :
Smith, Antony D.
Source :
Ethnic & Racial Studies; Jan1988, Vol. 11 Issue 1, p1-22, 22p
Publication Year :
1988

Abstract

The article discusses the myth of the "modern nation" and the myths of nations. Two recent analysis by historians are cited. First, for John Breuilly, nationalism is typically a political argument, a tool for seizing the state by mobilizing, coordinating

Subjects

Subjects :
NATIONALISM
MYTH
MODERNITY
ETHNIC groups
ETHNICITY
SOCIAL classes
HISTORIANS

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01419870
Volume :
11
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Ethnic & Racial Studies
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
10444580
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/01419870.1988.9993586
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