Basque Book Series

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Basque Center PUBLICATIONS Books Textbooks Classics Series Conference Series Diaspora Series Literature Series Newsletter Orders		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. Daniele Conversi, 2000, $21.95 (paper). 336 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-362-0. 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.
		Hills of Conflict. Basque Nationalism in France James E. Jacob, 1994, $65.00 (cloth). 568 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-220-9. 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.
		A Rebellious People Basques, Protests, and Politics. Cyrus Ernesto Zirakzadeh, 1991, $39.95 (cloth). 272 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-173-3. 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.
		Negotiating with ETA Obstacles to Peace in the Basque Country, 1975-1988. Robert P. Clark, 1990, $39.95 (cloth). 296 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-162-8. 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.
		Basque Violence: Metaphor and Sacrament Joseba Zulaika, 1988, $40.00 (cloth); $21.95 (paper). 458 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-162-8. 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.
		The Basques: The Franco Years and Beyond Robert P. Clark, 1980, $35.00 (cloth). 452 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-057-5. 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.
		Basque Nationalism Stanley G. Payne, 1975, $35.00 (cloth). 304 pages. ISBN: 0-87417-042-7. 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.
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