National Symbols, Fractured Identities: Contesting the National Narrative
- ISBN-10
- 1584654376
- ISBN-13
- 9781584654377
- Category
- Emblems, National
- Pages
- 330
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- UPNE
- Author
- Michael E. Geisler
Description
A fascinating look at national symbols worldwide and the important role they play in creating and maintaining individual and collective identity.
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