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Catalonia: Nation Building Without a State [Paperback]

Kenneth McRoberts (Author)

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This is a well-informed and well-written book. It will be indispensable for all those interested in Catalan and Spanish politics and economics, as well as for those interested in the main challenges faced by nations without states in the age of globalization. (Political Studies Review )

This book offers an excellent and comprehensive introduction to the history, economics, culture and political life of Catalonia. (Political Studies Review )

Meticulously researched, the strength of this book lies in its bibliography and information generated by a series of extensive interviews with Catalan politicians, civil servants and academics. The level of detail garnered in this account is remarkable, making it an excellent reference book ... the book contributes to the literature on Catalan nationalism and provides a succinct and accessible introduction to contemporary Catalonia. (Nations and Nationalism )

This book is dedicated in its entirety to contemporary Catalan politics, society and economics and, as such is a useful handbook for researchers and practitioners alike. (Nations and Nationalism )

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Catalonia presents an interesting instance of what are termed 'minority nations' or 'stateless nations'. Whereas such nations tend to be economically underdeveloped or dependent, Catalonia has long exercised leadership within the Spanish economy. At the same time, Catalonia offers important insights for many of the key political and social issues currently under debate in North America and provides one of the strongest claims that nationalism can be 'civic' rather than 'ethnic'. Catalonia provides a thorough survey of contemporary Catalonia's politics, society, culture, and economy. It traces Catalonia's political and economic insertion within Spain, paying particular attention to the terms of Catalonia's political autonomy.

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Catalonia's history, society, politics, economy 16 Feb 2005
By Oren Kessler - Published on Amazon.com
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This is a highly detailed, exhaustive survey of the Spanish region of Catalonia. McRoberts traces the development of Catalan nationhood from its origins in the early middle ages through the golden age of maritime trade, persistence under Franco's stifling dictatorship, and toward its present state. He explains the tension within Catalan society between those favoring greater integration with Spain and those seeking more autonomy for the region, or even complete independence. Catalonia's political situation is also covered, though to the uninitiated the dizzying array of parties may become confusing (the appendix to Orwell's "Homage to Catalonia" comes to mind). Lastly, its economic situation is treated within the framework of European integration. Those already acquainted with Catalonia, or with an abiding interest in it, will find McRoberts's work rewarding. Others may find it dry. Still, as the first and only contemporary survey of the region in English, this study fills a void on this important and often overlooked corner of Europe.

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