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The Making of English National Identity

by Krishan Kumar, Jeffrey C. Alexander (Contribution by), Steven Seidman
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Overview

Drawing on historical, sociological and literary theory, Krishan Kumar examines the rise of English nationalism and issues of race and ethnicity from the Norman Conquest to the present. This study encourages reconsideration of pre-conceptions about nationalism and identity.

Synopsis

A fascinating exploration of Englishness and what it means to be English rather than British.

About the Author, Krishan Kumar

Krishan Kumar is a distinguished author and Professor of Sociology at the University of Virginia.

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Book Details

Published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Pages
384
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780521777360

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