Local Memories in a Nationalizing and Globalizing World

Beyen, M.; Deseure, B.

In historical studies, 'collective memory' is most often viewed as the product of nationalizing strategies carried out by political élites in the hope to create homogeneous nation-states. In contrast, this book asserts that collective memories develop out of a never-ending, triangular negotiation between local, national and transnational actors.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2015-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349500475

DOI: 10.1057/9781137469380

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 280