MYTHS AND SYMBOLS IN THE WARS OF EX-YUGOSLAVIA (1991-1999).

Authors :: Popa, Oana-Cristina
Source :: Yearbook of George Baritiu Institute of History in Cluj-Napoca, Series Historica; 2012, Vol. 51, p189-196, 8p
Publication Year :: 2012
Abstract: The Balkans have long been a land of myths and symbols that have influenced the actions of ordinary people and political leaders alike. The recent bloody wars of the former Yugoslavia after 1990 have brought to live ancient legends, as well as contemporary myths used as tools to justify and fuel etnic hatred and conflict. Today, as the region moves towards European integration, new symbols arose, some ready to replace the old ones. Along with them, the Balkans have a real chance to move out of the darkness into a brighter future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subjects :: MYTHOLOGY -- Social aspects
HATE -- Social aspects
MYTHOLOGY & history
HISTORY of the Balkan Peninsula
CONFLICT of interests
SOCIAL history
ETHNIC relations

Language :: English
ISSN :: 15844390
Volume :: 51
Database :: Complementary Index
Journal :: Yearbook of George Baritiu Institute of History in Cluj-Napoca, Series Historica
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: 89569522

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