Toward a Framework for Considering Nationalism in East Europe
Toward a Framework for Considering Nationalism in East Europe
Author(s): John Alexander ArmstrongSubject(s): Political history, Government/Political systems, Social differentiation, Nationalism Studies, WW II and following years (1940 - 1949), Post-War period (1950 - 1989), Sociology of Politics, Politics and Identity
Published by: SAGE Publications Ltd
Keywords: East Europe; Balkans; nationalism; Soviet-type regimes; Soviet domination; identity; social structure;
Summary/Abstract: The mere suggestion of a category "East European nationalism" may appear artificial. This is especially true if, as in the present consideration, the category embraces all of what is commonly termed "East Central Europe" and the Balkans, plus the European portions of the Soviet Union. Unquestionably there are pragmatic reasons for considering simultaneously the strength of nationalist forces throughout the bloc dominated by Moscow, and even within polities (Yugoslavia and Albania) which were once but are no longer part of this bloc. [...]
Journal: East European Politics and Societies
- Issue Year: 02/1988
- Issue No: 02
- Page Range: 280-305
- Page Count: 26
- Language: English
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