| Ambivalence of Identity: The Austrian Experience of Nation-Building in a Modern Society Contributor(s): Thaler, Peter (Author) |
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ISBN: 155753201X ISBN-13: 9781557532015 Publisher: Purdue University Press OUR PRICE: $29.65 Product Type: Hardcover Published: February 2001 Annotation: The Ambivalence of Identity examines nation-building in Austria and uses the Austrian experience to explore the conceptual foundations of nationhood. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Austria & Hungary - Political Science | Comparative Politics - History | Modern - 20th Century |
| Dewey: 943.605 |
| LCCN: 99050837 |
| Series: Central European Studies |
| Physical Information: 0.74" H x 6.24" W x 9.35" (1.12 lbs) 228 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Central Europe |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Ambivalence of Identity examines nation-building in Austria and uses the Austrian experience to explore the conceptual foundations of nationhood. Traditionally, Hapsburg, Austria, has provided the background for these works. In the course of this study it should become clear that Republican Austria is as valuable in understanding national identity as its monarchic predecessor. Historical interpretations to Austrian nation-building gives the Austrian experience special relevance for the larger debate about the nature of history. Such aspects in the analysis of the post-war Austrian nation-building are the role of consciousness during the building process, the role of neighboring countries, and the role of World War II. |
Contributor Bio(s): Thaler, Peter: - Peter Thaler holds a Ph.D. in history and a Ph.D. in Scandinavian studies from the University of Minnesota, as well as a doctorate of law from the University of Vienna. |