Modern Britain Third Edition

Author : Edward Royle
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-05-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849665698

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Praise for the first edition: 'Royle calls on an impressive range of materials (supported by an excellent bibliography) to offer a judicious review of most of the issues currently confronted by social historians. His agenda contains both traditional and novel elements [...] all are presented with admirable clarity and balance. [...] A volume which shows an astonishing command of such a wide range of material will long prove essential reading.' Times Literary Supplement This popular work provides an in-depth historical background to issues of contemporary concern, tracing developments over the past two and a half centuries. It promotes accessibility by adopting a thematic approach, with each theme treated chronologically. Major themes are chosen partly by their importance to an understanding of the past and partly by their relevance to students of contemporary Britain - rather than by imposing current fashions in historical study on the past. Thoroughly revised, the third edition of Modern Britain reviews and brings up to date the content to take account of developments since 1997 and reconsiders emphases and interpretations in light of more recent scholarship. It incorporates new currents in historical writing on matters such as the language of class, the position of women, and the revolution worked by the Internet and mobile technologies. Modern Britain is vital reading for students of history and the social and political sciences.

Author : Edward Royle
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849665308

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Fully revised and updated, the third edition of this deservedly popular history book incorporates new currents in historical writing on matters such as the language of class, the position of women, and the revolution worked by the Internet and mobile technologies.

Author : E. A. Johns
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781483147543

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The Social Structure of Modern Britain by E. A. Johns Pdf

The Social Structure of Modern Britain, Third Edition is a comprehensive account of the social structure of modern Britain. Aspects of social structure are examined from a historical and comparative perspective. The book includes statistical information, not only on the more obvious areas like births, deaths, and immigration, but also on such lesser known (but no less important) topics as leisure behavior, income and wealth, and trends in criminal and other deviant activities. Comprised of six chapters, this book begins with an introduction to the demographic features of British society, including population trends in the twentieth century, socio-economic aspects of population, and fertility and mortality trends, along with the effects of immigration on demography. Subsequent chapters focus on the family, social class, and education as well as leisure and pleasure. The final chapter is devoted to three major mechanisms of social control in British society: religion, political institutions, and law enforcement. In particular, it assesses the extent to which religious beliefs and political attitudes exert control over people's thoughts and behavior, together with the definition of crime, the causes of criminal behavior, and the aims of a penal system. This monograph will be a useful resource for sociologists and social scientists.

Author : David Christopher
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2002-02-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134766826

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British Culture by David Christopher Pdf

British Culture: An Introduction provides a comprehensive introduction to central aspects of culture and the arts in Britain today, and uses a factual approach to place them within a clear, historical context. Topics include: * the social and cultural setting: politics and society 1950-1999, including immigration, feminism, Thatcherism and the arts and the Blair revolution * language and culture: accents and minority languages, broadcasting and public life * the novel, poetry and theatre * cinema: Hammer Horror, James Bond, Ealing comedies, black British film, Trainspotting, The Full Monty and historical epics * television and radio: soap opera, crime series and sitcoms * popular music and fashion: The Beatles, punk, Britpop, subculture and style * art and sculpture: Bacon, Hockney, Gilbert and George and Hirst * architecture and interiors. Each chapter focuses on key themes of recent years, and gives special emphasis to outstanding artists within each area. The book also strengthens study skills, through follow-up activities and suggestions for further reading which appear at the end of each chapter. A real must-read for all students of British history and culture.

Author : John L. Irwin
Publisher : Allen & Unwin Australia
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1987-01
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : 0043012647

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Modern Britain by John L. Irwin Pdf

Since first publication in 1976, Modern Britain has been widely used as a comprehensive and straightforward introduction to some of the most important features of British life today. The author provides a clear account of a wide range of topics that are keys to understanding the British culture including the system of government, the structure of education, the social services, family life and the mass media.This third edition has been fully revised to take account of important developments and current debates, such as whether the monarchy has become too expensive, the role of the poll tax in Margaret Thatcher's downfall, and the Church of England's decision to ordain women priests.While writing this book John Irwin has been particularly conscious of the needs of foreign students, but Modern Britain will be equally useful to school students in Britain and, indeed, to anyone with an interest in knowing how modern British institutions developed and how they work today.

Author : Andy Pearce
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9781135046514

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Holocaust Consciousness in Contemporary Britain by Andy Pearce Pdf

The Holocaust is a pervasive presence in British culture and society. Schools have been legally required to deliver Holocaust education, the government helps to fund student visits to Auschwitz, the Imperial War Museum's permanent Holocaust Exhibition has attracted millions of visitors, and Britain has an annually commemorated Holocaust Memorial Day. What has prompted this development, how has it unfolded, and why has it happened now? How does it relate to Britain's post-war history, its contemporary concerns, and the wider "globalisation" of Holocaust memory? What are the multiple shapes that British Holocaust consciousness assumes and the consequences of their rapid emergence? Why have the so-called "lessons" of the Holocaust enjoyed such popularity in Britain? Through analysis of changing engagements with the Holocaust in political, cultural and memorial landscapes over the past generation, this book addresses these questions, demonstrating the complexities of Holocaust consciousness and reflecting on the contrasting ways that history is used in Britain today.

Author : Ferdinand Mount
Publisher : Random House
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781448135080

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The British Constitution Now by Ferdinand Mount Pdf

In this book the former head of Mrs Thatcher's policy unit looks at the state of the British Constitution at a crucial time in its history, arguing that recent years have seen an increased willingness to monitor itself on the part of the Establishment, but that more audacious reforms are needed to restore full confidence in Parliament, government and the legal system.

Author : Sir James Pulteney
Publisher : Manchester University Press
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1953
Category : United States
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Letters From America by Sir James Pulteney Pdf

Author : Eric Robson
Publisher : Manchester University Press
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Letters from America 1773 to 1780 by Eric Robson Pdf

Author : John McCormick
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2023-02-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9781350337114

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Contemporary Britain by John McCormick Pdf

The fallout from Brexit and Covid-19, ongoing political turmoil, economic decline and calls for a second Scottish independence referendum make for deeply uncertain times in contemporary Britain. What will the country look like in five years from now? Will it even exist in its present form? Introducing you to all aspects of British history, geography, society, politics, economy and culture, this book guides you through the country's enduring features and recent trends: -Growing racial, religious, national and cultural diversity -Demographic shifts, including the move from a welfare state to a stakeholder society -The altered balance of power among government institutions, as the UK adapts to life outside the EU -Shifts in economic policy, following the impact of Brexit, Covid-19 and the war in Ukraine -Changing voter attitudes, with questions raised about the balance between the major political parties -The impact of social media and alternative communications channels on media, culture and politics. With key data, further reading suggestions and case studies on topics such as attitudes towards the monarchy, regional inequalities and national cuisine, Contemporary Britain is the ideal introduction for students and interested general readers alike.

Author : Eric Evans
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 721 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317862369

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The Shaping of Modern Britain by Eric Evans Pdf

In this wide-ranging history of modern Britain, Eric Evans surveys every aspect of the period in which Britain was transformed into the world's first industrial power. By the end of the nineteenth century, Britain was still ruled by wealthy landowners, but the world over which they presided had been utterly transformed. It was an era of revolutionary change unparalleled in Britain - yet that change was achieved without political revolution. Ranging across the developing empire, and dealing with such central institutions as the church, education, health, finance and rural and urban life, The Shaping of Modern Britain provides an unparallelled account of Britain's rise to superpower status. Particular attention is given to the Great Reform Act of 1832, and the implications of the 1867 Reform Act are assessed. The book discusses: - the growing role of the central state in domestic policy making - the emergence of the Labour party - the Great Depression - the acquisition of a vast territorial empire Comprehensive, informed and engagingly written, The Shaping of Modern Britain will be an invaluable introduction for students of this key period of British history.

Author : Denis Richards
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : OCLC:436093519

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An Illustrated History of Modern Britain 1783-1980 by Denis Richards Pdf

Completely revised and re-designed in an attractive new large format, the third edition of this best-selling textbook will help pupils to understand the main political, economic and social developments in British history from the late eighteenth century right into the 1980s.

Author : Iain MacRury
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317103639

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London After Recession by Iain MacRury Pdf

The City has long been the main generator of London's wealth and, needless to say, the impact of the Economic Crisis in the recent years on the City has greatly affected the wider urban and surrounding region, not to say country as a whole. This book examines the impact of the recession and discusses London's future trajectory as an entrepreneurial city and capital of the United Kingdom. While recognising the enduring capacity of London to 'reinvent' itself - from being the centre of a vast Empire to becoming a global centre for financial and business services - contributors evaluate different dimensions of the city's current and future development through analyses derived from sociological, economic, cultural and urban studies perspectives.

Author : Amiria Henare,Martin Holbraad,Sari Wastell
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2007-01-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781135392727

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Thinking Through Things by Amiria Henare,Martin Holbraad,Sari Wastell Pdf

Drawing upon the work of some of the most influential theorists in the field, Thinking Through Things demonstrates the quiet revolution growing in anthropology and its related disciplines, shifting its philosophical foundations. The first text to offer a direct and provocative challenge to disciplinary fragmentation - arguing for the futility of segregating the study of artefacts and society - this collection expands on the concerns about the place of objects and materiality in analytical strategies, and the obligation of ethnographers to question their assumptions and approaches. The team of leading contributors put forward a positive programme for future research in this highly original and invaluable guide to recent developments in mainstream anthropological theory.

Author : Edward Royle
Publisher : Bloomsbury Academic
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : 0713165111

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Modern Britain by Edward Royle Pdf