A Companion to Contemporary Britain

ebook ∣ 1939-2000 · Blackwell Companions to British History

By Paul Addison

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ebook

ISBN

9781405167307

Series

Blackwell Companions to British History

Author

Paul Addison

Publisher

Wiley

Release

15 April 2008

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History Nonfiction

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A Companion to Contemporary Britain covers the key themes and debates of 20th-century history from the outbreak of the Second World War to the end of the century.

  • Assesses the impact of the Second World War
  • Looks at Britain's role in the wider world, including the legacy of Empire, Britain's 'special relationship' with the United States, and integration with continental Europe
  • Explores cultural issues, such as class consciousness, immigration and race relations, changing gender roles, and the impact of the mass media
  • Covers domestic politics and the economy
  • Introduces the varied perspectives dominating historical writing on this period
  • Identifies the key issues which are likely to fuel future debate

    • Format

    ebook

    ISBN

    9781405167307

    Series

    Blackwell Companions to British History

    Author

    Paul Addison

    Publisher

    Wiley

    Release

    15 April 2008

    Share

    Subjects

    History Nonfiction
    A Companion to Contemporary Britain