Basque Book Series of the University of Nevada Press – Political Science
These titles may be ordered from the University of Nevada Press, and are also available at the University of Nevada, Reno bookstore and other local bookstores. Or you may request titles from any major book dealer, who will obtain them on order if they are not in stock.
The Basques, the Catalans, and Spain
Alternative Routes to Nationalist Mobilisation
by Daniele Conversi
A comprehensive introduction to the Catalonian and Basque nationalist movements, showing
differences in strategies, and influence of such factors as language, race, and descent.
Offers an understanding of nationalist movements in general.
2000, $21.95 (paper). 336 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-362-0.
Hills of Conflict. Basque Nationalism in France
James E. Jacob
A detailed history of Basque nationalism and
political resistance in France, including the French Basque terrorist
movement. Examines the relationship between the Basque regions and the
French state.
1994, $65.00 (cloth). 568 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-220-9
A Rebellious People
Basques, Protests, and Politics.
by Cyrus Ernesto Zirakzadeh
Zirakzadeh argues that there is a calculated reasoning behind ETA’s political violence
that is often overlooked by scholars, and elaborates on the social and economic aspects
of the struggle.
1991, $39.95 (cloth). 272 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-173-3.
Negotiating with ETA
Obstacles to Peace in the Basque Country, 1975-1988.
by Robert P. Clark
This book analyzes numerous attempts to negotiate with the Basque insurgent group ETA,
a terrorist movement that has used violent means in an attempt to gain independence for
the Basque Country. Makes a contribution to policy discussions on the subject of
terrorism.
1990, $39.95 (cloth). 296 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-162-8.
Basque Violence: Metaphor and Sacrament
by Joseba Zulaika
Zulaika looks at the reasons behind the Basque struggle for independence and freedom,
focusing on activists from his native village who became members of ETA. He argues that
ritualization of action is an essential component of the violence.
1988, $40.00 (cloth); $21.95 (paper).
458 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-162-8.
The Basques: The Franco Years and Beyond
by Robert P. Clark
A vivid portrait of a people striving to maintain their language and cultural identity
in the face of repression by the State. Traces the rise of Basque resistance groups,
especially ETA and their use of violent tactics.
1980, $35.00 (cloth). 452 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-057-5.
Basque Nationalism
by Stanley G. Payne
A historical account of Basque nationalism, with an analysis of the main factors involved. Gives an overview of a movement that is fragmented into many groups of differing political ideologies and tactics.
1975, $35.00 (cloth). 304 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-042-7