For Love of Country: An Essay on Patriotism and Nationalism

by Maurizio Viroli

Book Overview

Nationalism and patriotism are two of the most powerful forces shaping world history. Though seen by many as two sides of the same coin, they can and must be distinguished. Reconstructing the historical meaning of the terms, Maurizio Viroli shows that the two concepts have been used for very different political and ideological goals. Over the centuries, the language of patriotism has been used to strengthen or invoke a generous and caring love of...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198293585
• ISBN13: 9780198293583
• Release Date: November 1997
• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.5"