Nations and Nationalism since 1780: Programme, Myth, Reality

This book is an easy read and read it cover to cover. It presents a number of very engaging arguments, but its real strength is in the exampling. It is chuck full of very interesting historical examples, many of which I was not at all familiar with, which often add up to compelling support for a number of what are sometimes controversial arguments. The book is a real eye opener on a number of issues, particularly in the areas... Read Full Review

Morality Wars describes three `moralities' that are immoral: those of empires, born-agains, and those who espouse Political Correctness. All three do evil in the name of good. They justify inequalities, cruelties and wars in the name of `good' traditional values. The Progressive Morality of the 60ties with its emphasis on equality and peace opposed the Traditional Morality of hierarchy and war. Now Progressive and Traditional... Read Full Review

This book offers a provocative historical framework for viewing our political scene. It not only spotlights the evil done in the name of morality, it focuses on the dynamics that create and help to perpetuate this "immoral morality" in our current disfunctional political system. It draws parallels with other times and places (e.g., Rome, the British Empire, Nazi Germany), allowing us learn not only from the similarities,... Read Full Review

This is an exceptionally well-written development of the concept of "moral immorality;" the use of moral justifications for immoral actions. Derber and Magrass argue that the discourse of higher morality is used to justify any number of evil actions both historically and in contemporary America. They expose manipulative claims of moral superiority from government officials, right wing activists and leftist groups. The authors... Read Full Review