United Kingdom by Adrian Bingham Paperback Book

Description: United Kingdom by Adrian Bingham "A sharp and smart history of post-war Britain by an award-winning historian"-- FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The United Kingdom has been at the heart of global history for centuries – as a conqueror, an engine of international trade, and a symbol of modernity. It was the first industrial nation, the centre of the worlds biggest empire, and the home of an enduring and influential parliamentary democracy. Since 1945, the UK has faced unprecedented challenges as it has come to terms with the loss of great power status, the surrender of its colonial territories, the decline of its staple industries, and growing pressures threatening to tear apart the union holding together England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. In this book, Adrian Bingham guides readers through the key developments in British post-war history to reveal how the nation was shaped by the legacies and lessons of the past. The UK has become a more diverse, pluralistic, and mobile society, but it remains one struggling to come to terms with its changed position in the world, and unable to reach consensus around a vision for the future. Author Biography Adrian Bingham is Professor of Modern British History at the University of Sheffield and has written extensively on the popular press, gender and sexuality. He is co-editor of the journal Gender & History and a Senior Associate of History and Policy. Table of Contents Map Preface Introduction Chapter 1: Seeking a Role Chapter 2: The Pursuit of Economic Growth Chapter 3: From Cradle to Grave Chapter 4: A Disunited Kingdom? Chapter 5: People Power Chapter 6: Looking after Number 1 Afterword Further Reading Notes Review "A perfect way into the multi-layered history of the UK since 1945."—Matthew Worley, University of Reading "A thoughtful and invigorating reassessment of a crucial period of UK history. A thoroughly enjoyable read – highly recommended."—Richard Toye, University of Exeter "A valuable and wide-ranging study of the UK after 1945, showing how often the struggle to shape its future has been determined by arguments about its past."—Robert Saunders, Queen Mary University of London "A skillful analytical framework that will enrich further study."—Morning Star Review Quote "A perfect way into the multi-layered history of the UK since 1945." Matthew Worley, University of Reading "A thoughtful and invigorating reassessment of a crucial period of UK history. A thoroughly enjoyable read - highly recommended." Richard Toye, University of Exeter "A valuable and wide-ranging study of the UK after 1945, showing how often the struggle to shape its future has been determined by arguments about its past." Robert Saunders, Queen Mary University of London "A skillful analytical framework that will enrich further study." Morning Star Details ISBN1509537562 Author Adrian Bingham Pages 256 Series Polity Histories Year 2022 ISBN-10 1509537562 ISBN-13 9781509537563 Format Paperback Imprint Polity Press Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2022-09-23 Publication Date 2022-09-23 UK Release Date 2022-09-23 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Alternative 9781509537556 DEWEY 941.085 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-12-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139358953;

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