Fatherlands

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Exploring identity in nineteenth-century Germany, the book delves into nationalism, German unification, and state formation outside Prussian influence. It examines the state-building process through various facets, including railway construction, industrialization, and the modernization of the monarchy. The emergence of a free press, the development of education, and the significance of monuments and public festivities are also pivotal themes, offering a comprehensive understanding of the era's socio-political landscape.