Book

Symbol, myth and rhetoric: the politics of culture in an Armenian-American population

AMS Press • (23) • Published In 1989 • Pages: 311

By: Phillips, Jenny.

Abstract

This work analyzes the dynamic relationship between symbols, myths, and politics in the expression of Armenian-American identity during a period of rapid and extensive social and political change in the United States. As background for this study Phillips describes the historical role and significance of the Armenian Apostolic Church in serving as both a symbol of unity and as a vehicle for the expression of political and ideological conflict. Phillips discusses in detail the clash between the ideologies and symbolism of the Tashnak political party which was largely responsible for the establishment of the short-lived Republic of Armenia (1918-1920), and other non-Tashnak parties (e.g., the Ramgavar), within the framework of the Armenian church.

HRAF PubDate

1996

Region

North America

Sub Region

Regional, Ethnic and Diaspora Cultures

Document Type

Book

Evaluation

Creator Type

Ethnologist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

John Beierle ; 1995

Field Date

May 1974 - January 1977

Coverage Date

variable

Coverage Place

Boston, Belmont, Watertown area, Mass., United States

Notes

Jenny Phillips

Includes bibliographic references (p. 293-299) and index

LCCN

87045788

LCSH

Armenian Americans