{"product_id":"landscape-heritage-and-national-identity-in-modern-europe-9783031095351","title":"Landscape, Heritage and National Identity in Modern Europe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book explores how landscape and landscape heritage are used to define national identities, using nature, agrarian landscapes, history, and urban and rural landscapes as examples. It fills a gap in the study of nationalism. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 97 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 07 October 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer International Publishing AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis captivating book delves into the profound ways in which landscape and landscape heritage have been instrumental in shaping national identities throughout history. It explores the diverse ways in which national narratives employ various types of landscapes to convey their unique identities. Some nations harness the natural beauty of their surroundings as a central reference point, seeking to foster harmony among diverse ethnic groups. In contrast, others emphasize agrarian landscapes, often portraying them as timeless and deeply rooted in their culture. Furthermore, some nations draw upon their rich history as a primary source for defining their identities, weaving myths of origins, 'Golden Ages,' and wars and conflicts into their national narratives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe final chapter of the book sheds light on how nation-states have created new urban and rural landscapes as national showcases. Recognizing the significance of landscapes as an under-researched aspect of nation-building, this book fills a crucial gap in the study of nationalism. By examining the intricate interplay between landscape and identity, it offers valuable insights into the complex processes that shape nations and their cultures. Whether through the natural wonders of the world or the historical narratives woven into their landscapes, countries have used these elements to forge their unique identities and leave lasting impressions on the world stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 289g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783031095351\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2022\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hans Renes","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44103461961978,"sku":"9783031095351","price":38.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1666373429109_book.jpg?v=1666518208","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/landscape-heritage-and-national-identity-in-modern-europe-9783031095351","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}