This book investigates how the concept of 'place' is fundamental to the creation and perpetuation of nationalism. It argues against viewing nationalism solely on a national scale, instead focusing on how individuals, situated in specific locations and operating across various scales, actively contribute to its reproduction. The study uses Aberystwyth, Wales, as a case study to demonstrate how nationalist discourses and practices are generated within local contexts and disseminated to a wider national audience since the 1960s. The work aims to revitalize geographical and social constructivist theories of nationalism.

The book is positioned as a significant contribution to the understanding of nationalism, particularly through its geographical and social constructivist lenses. Its detailed empirical study of Aberystwyth offers a localized perspective on the reproduction of Welsh nationalism, suggesting a nuanced approach to how national identities are formed and maintained. The work is likely to appeal to scholars and students of nationalism, geography, and Welsh studies seeking to understand the interplay between place and identity.