German Nationalism and Religious Conflict

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The book explores the profound religious divisions within the politically unified German Empire of 1871, focusing on the distinct worlds of Protestants and Catholics. Helmut Walser Smith examines how these groups were separated by an "invisible boundary" shaped by cultural differences and shared meanings. Through a comprehensive social, cultural, and political history, the author highlights the complexities of German nationalism and the impact of religious conflict during this period.