“In much of Central-Europe federalism and regionalism are associated with secessionism. This is especially the case in those countries which emerged out of the former Yugoslavia. Stjepanović's book demonstrates that regionalist sentiments or aspirations do not necessarily generate secessionist outcomes. Furthermore, his work explains why notwithstanding comparable starting positions in the 1990s, different forms of regionalism emerged in Istria, Vojvodina and Dalmatia. This book adds to our understanding and conceptualization of sub-state regionalism and to the dynamics of decentralization in Central and Eastern Europe more generally.” (Wilfried Swenden, University of Edinburgh, UK and Managing Editor, Regional and Federal Studies)

“This study makes an important and timely contribution to the scholarship on regionalism, nationalism, and Southeastern Europe. The analysis weds a thoughtful overview of the relevant theoretical literature to a rich empirical comparison of regionalist movements that developed in Istria, Dalmatia, and Vojvodina in the wake of Yugoslavia's dissolution. In evaluating the success of such projects, Stjepanović highlights the key roles played by political parties, ethnic minorities, and both historical legacies and understandings. The book provides an invaluable typology of regionalisms and a nuanced assessment of territorial politics that offer alternatives to statehood. An urgent read in this era of renewed nationalism.” (Pamela Ballinger, University of Michigan, USA)