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A Useful History Of Britain
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Author : Michael Braddick
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2021
A Useful History Of Britain written by Michael Braddick and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with History categories.
This is a short history of the political life of this island over a very long period, showing how history can speak clearly to current political debates.
A Useful History Of Britain
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Author : Michael J. Braddick
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021
A Useful History Of Britain written by Michael J. Braddick and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021 with Great Britain categories.
This is a short history of the political life of this island over a very long period, showing how history can speak clearly to current political debates.
A People S History Of Britain
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Author : Rebecca Fraser
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2011-06-08
A People S History Of Britain written by Rebecca Fraser and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-06-08 with History categories.
Combining compelling narrative history with helpful chronology, A People's History of Britain tells the story - from the Romans to the present day - of the small northern islands off the coast of Europe which became the world's largest empire. Full of kings, queens and battles and the heroic individuals who created turning points in history, it is packed with anecdotes about British scientists, explorers, soldiers, traders, writers and artists.
The Story Of Britain
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Author : Roy Strong
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2018-06-14
The Story Of Britain written by Roy Strong and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-14 with History categories.
THE CLASSIC HISTORY OF BRITAIN, FULLY UPDATED Roy Strong has written an exemplary introduction to the history of Britain, as first designated by the Romans. It is a brilliant and balanced account of successive ages bound together by a compelling narrative which answers the questions: 'Where do we come from?' and 'Where are we going?' Beginning with the earliest recorded Celtic times, and ending with the present day of Brexit Britain, it is a remarkable achievement. With his passion, enthusiasm and wide-ranging knowledge, he is the ideal narrator. His book should be read by anyone, anywhere, who cares about Britain's national past, national identity and national prospects.
Never Had It So Good
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Author : Dominic Sandbrook
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2015-02-05
Never Had It So Good written by Dominic Sandbrook and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-02-05 with History categories.
In 1956 the Suez Crisis finally shattered the old myths of the British Empire and paved the way for the tumultuous changes of the decades to come. In NEVER HAD IT SO GOOD, Dominic Sandbrook takes a fresh look at the dramatic story of affluence and decline between 1956 and 1963. Arguing that historians have until now been besotted by the supposed cultural revolution of the Sixties, Sandbrook re-examines the myths of this controversial period and paints a more complicated picture of a society caught between conservatism and change. He explores the growth of a modern consumer society, the impact of immigration, the invention of modern pop music and the British retreat from empire. He tells the story of the colourful characters of the period, like Harold Macmillan, Kingsley Amis and Paul McCartney, and brings to life the experience of the first post-imperial generation, from the Notting Hill riots to the first Beatles hits, from the Profumo scandal to the cult of James Bond. In this strikingly impressive debut, he combines academic verve and insight with colourful, dramatic writing to produce a classic, ground-breaking work that will change forever how we think about the Sixties.
An Illustrated History Of Britain
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Author : David McDowall
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1989
An Illustrated History Of Britain written by David McDowall and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1989 with Great Britain categories.
Portillo S Hidden History Of Britain
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Author : Michael Portillo
language : en
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books
Release Date : 2018-11-01
Portillo S Hidden History Of Britain written by Michael Portillo and has been published by Michael O'Mara Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-01 with History categories.
Discover the hidden history of Britain through the stories of its 'lost' or abandoned places and buildings. Portillo's Secret History of Britain presents a compelling and wonderfully evocative history of Britain through the stories of its 'lost' or abandoned places and buildings. The chapters cover a variety of historical themes: Crime and Punishment, Health and Medicine, Defence and Warfare, and Entertainment and Leisure. Using a combination of his own investigations and archive research, plus memories and quotations from the contributors he interviewed for the series, Michael Portillo explains what the buildings were used for and by whom, why they were abandoned, and what they can tell us about our past. For example: * Learn what the ruins of London Road Fire and Police Station in Manchester reveal about the history of the emergency services in the last 100 years * How Bradford's art deco Odeon cinema encapsulates a century of film-making and movie-going With evocative text that brings each location vividly to life, Michael Portillo describes the building and its activities in its heyday and compares this past life with its faded grandeur or melancholic abandonment seen today. Filled with fascinating insights and observations, his narrative provides a compelling and original perspective on Britain's social and military history. Portillo's Hidden History of Britain features deserted villages, abandoned prisons, closed-down cinemas, empty hospitals, derelict military bases, sewers and much more. Complementing the text are 32 pages of atmospheric and informative photographs, including 'then' and 'now' images of the locations, which pointedly juxtapose their former glory with their present-day destitution.
The History Of Britain
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Author : Richard Dargie
language : en
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
Release Date : 2018-10-15
The History Of Britain written by Richard Dargie and has been published by Arcturus Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-15 with History categories.
This highly illustrated, information-packed volume traces the history of the British Isles and its people from prehistory to the present day. Arranged in eight self-contained sections, each dealing with a major historical period, The History of Britain explores both well-known historical events such as the Norman invasions and the execution of Charles I, and lesser-known details like the uprisings in Dark Age Wales and the birth of tabloid newspapers in Victorian Britain. Find out how centuries of invasions and migrations shaped British society and culture; how four proud and fiercely independent territories finally came together to form the United Kingdom; how a small island nation rose to become a global power, controlling the largest empire the world had ever seen; and how that empire was lost and today's modern, multicultural Britain emerged. Chapters include: • Prehistoric Britain • Roman Britain • Invaders and Settlers • Medieval Britain • Early Modern Britain • Georgian Britain • Victorian Britain • The Twentieth Century and Beyond
Having It So Good
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Author : Peter Hennessy
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2007-05-03
Having It So Good written by Peter Hennessy and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-05-03 with History categories.
Winner of the Orwell Prize for Political Writing, Peter Hennessy's Having it So Good: Britain in the Fifties captures Britain in an extraordinary decade, emerging from the shadow of war into growing affluence. The 1950s was the decade in which Roger Bannister ran the four-minute mile, Bill Haley released 'Rock Around the Clock', rationing ended and Britain embarked on the traumatic, disastrous Suez War. In this highly enjoyable, original book, Peter Hennessy takes his readers into front rooms, classrooms, cabinet rooms and the new high-street coffee bars of Britain to recapture, as no previous history has, the feel, the flavour and the politics of this extraordinary time of change. 'Utterly engaging ... a treat. It breathes exhilaration' Libby Purves, The Times 'If the Gods gossip, this is how it would sound' Philip Ziegler, Spectator Books of the Year 'A particular treat ... fine, wise and meticulously researched' Andrew Marr 'Stands clear of the field as our best narrative history of this decisive decade' Peter Clarke, Sunday Times 'A compelling narrative ... Hennessy's love of the flesh and blood of politics breathes on every page' Tim Gardam, Observer 'The late Ben Pimlott once described Hennessy as "something of a national institution". You can forget the first two of those five words' Guardian
History Of Britain And Ireland
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2024-06-06
History Of Britain And Ireland written by DK and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-06-06 with History categories.
Discover the pivotal political, military, and cultural events that have shaped British and Irish history - from the earliest Stone Age settlers to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. This edition includes over 700 photographs, maps, and artworks with accessible text. History of Britain and Ireland is a resource for families, students, and anyone seeking to learn more about the fascinating story of the UK and Ireland. In this book, you will find: Contemporary portraits and photographs, alongside important artefacts, maps, and documents that bring all of the defining episodes of British and Irish history to life Pages including information about the Celtic Tiger, Brexit, Covid, as well as the lives of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip Chapters outlining the Stone Age, Medieval Britain, Tudors, and people and events that have shaped the history of Britain and Ireland. Spanning six distinct periods of British and Irish history, this book is the best way to discover how Britain was transformed under Norman rule, fought two world wars in the 20th century, and faced new economic challenges in the 21st century. Fully revised and updated, this guide places key figures - from Alfred the Great to Winston Churchill - and major events - from the Roman invasion to the Battle of Britain - in their wider context, making it easier to learn how they influenced Britain and Ireland's development through the age of empire and into the modern era.