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Cover; Half Title; Title Page; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; 1 Introduction: Making Sense of European National Identities and Diversity; 2 Belgium: A Nation-State without a National Identity?; 3 A Riven Nation: Old versus New Britain; 4 France: Between the Individual and the Universal; 5 German National Identity: Moving beyond Guilt; 6 Greek Identity: Between Hellenism and Europeanism; 7 Italy: One Nation, Three Republics, and a Thousand Identities; 8 "The Chinese of Europe?" Dutch Identities on Trial; 9 Poland: A Nation of the In-Between.

"Making sense of the perplexing diversity of Europe is a challenging task. How compatible are national identities in Europe? What makes Europe European? What do Europeans have in common?European National Identities explores the diversity of European states, nations, and peoples. In doing so, the editors focus on the origins and elements of different national identities in Europe and different themes of national self-understanding. Each chapter contributes a unique view of national identities gravitating around myth, historical experiences and traumas, values, ethnic and linguistic differences, and religious fault lines. This work grounds European national identities within cultural, historical, and political dynamics, which makes the work approachable for many readers, including historians, sociologists, and political scientists. In addition, the editors illustrate that national identities continue to be a source of contention and a challenge to political developments, the demands of immigrants and minorities, and the dynamics of European integration. This book draws particular attention to identity shifts and conflicts within individual European countries."--Provided by publisher.

Europe and China brings together scholars from Europe, China, East Asia, and Australia. The book deals with the growing density and intensity of interlinkages between Europe and China, two of the world's most influential and dynamic regions. It will be of great interest to analysts, scholars, and students as it provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of the state of Sino-European affairs.

Europe and China brings together scholars from Europe, China, East Asia, and Australia. The book deals with the growing density and intensity of interlinkages between Europe and China, two of the world's most influential and dynamic regions. It will be of great interest to analysts, scholars, and students as it provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of the state of Sino-European affairs.