Nationalism in Europe and America

“Lloyd Kramer has written an excellent account of the rise and development of modern nationalism. Unlike many historical treatments on the subject, which focus either on a bewildering array of examples or single culture studies, Kramer’s book is a brilliant comparative analysis centering on Europe and the United States.” — Martin A. Miller, Duke University

“In this lucid, intelligent, beautifully written, and wide-ranging book, Kramer provides an excellent introduction to the history of nationalism as it emerged in Europe and the United States. By revealing how national identities were formed, Kramer helps readers better understand the modern world in a global context.” — Judith Coffin, University of Texas at Austin

“With an important and original perspective on nationalism that focuses on parallel developments on each side of the Atlantic and on their mutual influence, Kramer places nationalist ideas and conflicts within the cross-cultural framework of Atlantic history and also offers a long-range account that extends to the current situation.”—European Review of History

“Offers a sweeping survey of the birth and development of modern nationalism, including identification of iconic symbols and events.”—Journal of American History

“This study [is] a useful textbook for undergraduates in the arts and social sciences and not just for students of the long eighteenth century.”—The Historian

“A trenchant historical analysis of nationalism in the modern world.”—Journal of American Studies

“Rarely does a single volume explore the history and culture of nationalism as concise, precise, and eloquent as Lloyd Kramer’s [book].”—Journal of World History