Nationalism and the State presents a rigorous theoretical framework for understanding nationalism as a political movement rather than a mere cultural sentiment. By embedding extensive historical evidence within a clear analytical model, Breuilly reveals how national identity often emerges through political contestation.

In this updated edition, the analysis reaches into late 20th-century Central Europe and the former Soviet Union, addressing unification in Germany, Italy, and Poland as well as separatist movements under the Hapsburg and Ottoman empires. It also engages contemporary debates on the changing meaning of nationalism and its impact on state sovereignty.

Challenging conventional cultural explanations, the book shows how elites, social groups, and foreign powers strategically use nationalism to mobilize mass support against existing state structures. Readers gain insight into fascism in Europe, anti-colonial uprisings, and the resurgence of national claims after Soviet collapse.

Key Features

• Comparative study from early modern Europe to post-Soviet landscapes
• Analysis of political elites and grassroots mobilization
• Updated debates on national identity and state sovereignty
• Case studies on unification, fascism, decolonization, and more

Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone seeking a systematic exploration of how national movements shape modern politics.

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