Nationalism in a Global World

Exploring nationalism in the context of the modern, global world, this book assesses how attitudes and approaches to national identity have changed post-9/11. It features: broad coverage of theory and concepts; topical discussion of post-9/11 issues, including a chapter on Islam, globalization and identity; and, strong thematic organization giving structured approach to learning.What can globalization studies tell us about national identity? This text looks at historical and contemporary debates to assess the key issues of nationalism and national identity, from economic nationalism to cultural homogenisation. Setting issues in a global context and packed with examples, this is an important and engaging student text.