A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain

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Williams, Chris 저자(글)

Wiley-Blackwell · 2006년 10월 13일

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A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic, and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. It makes sense of the fascinating new perspectives on this era that have been generated in recent years while not losing sight of broader, more enduring themes. Each essay both distils the current state of historical scholarship and assesses the directions that research is likely to take in future. All the contributions pay attention to the experiences of women as well as of men, and to regional and national variations across Britain and Ireland. Though engaged with cutting-edge theories, including postmodern and post-structuralist perspectives, the contributors avoid technical jargon and assume no prior expert knowledge. The volume is written in a clear and energetic manner, and illustrated with maps and charts where appropriate. Guides to further reading allow readers to follow chosen avenues of investigation with confidence.
This is an accessible reference to all aspects of 19th century British history from the defeat of Napoleon to the end of the century.
Chris Williams is Professor of Welsh History at the University of Wales, Swansea. He is an editor of the Studies in Welsh History monograph series and a committee member of Llafur, the Welsh People's History Society. He is the author of Democratic Rhondda: Politics and Society, 1885-1951 (1996), Capitalism, Community and Conflict: The South Wales Coalfield 1898-1947 (1998), and editor (with Duncan Tanner and Deian Hopkin) of The Labour Party in Wales, 1900-2000 (2000) and (with Jane Aaron) of Postcolonial Wales (2005).
A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. Truly British, rather than English, in scope. Pays attention to the experiences of women as well as of men. Illustrated with maps and charts. Includes guides to further reading.
A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. Truly British, rather than English, in scope. Pays attention to the experiences of women as well as of men. Illustrated with maps and charts. Includes guides to further reading.
A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. Truly British, rather than English, in scope. Pays attention to the experiences of women as well as of men. Illustrated with maps and charts. Includes guides to further reading.
This Companion presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. It makes sense of the fascinating new perspectives on this era that have been generated in recent years while not losing sight of broader, more enduring themes. Each essay both distills the current state of historical scholarship and assesses the directions that research is likely to take in future. All the contributions pay attention to the experiences of women as well as of men, and to regional and national variations across Britain and Ireland. Though engaged with cutting-edge theories, including postmodern and post-structuralist perspectives, the contributors avoid technical jargon and assume no prior expert knowledge. The volume is written in a clear and energetic manner, and illustrated with maps and charts where appropriate. Guides to further reading allow readers to follow chosen avenues of investigation with confidence.
"This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the 19th century." Reference Reviews "This most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." Choice A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year
This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the nineteenth century." Reference ReviewsThis most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." ChoiceChoice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year
"This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the nineteenth century." Reference Reviews"This most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." ChoiceA Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year"The Companions to British History...is [an] example of how organization has made a difference in terms of informing the wider public about serious history." H-Net Reviews
"This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the nineteenth century." Reference Reviews "This most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." Choice A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year "The Companions to British History...is [an] example of how organization has made a difference in terms of informing the wider public about serious history." H-Net Reviews
"This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the nineteenth century." Reference Reviews"This most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." ChoiceA Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year"The Companions to British History...is [an] example of how organization has made a difference in terms of informing the wider public about serious history." H-Net Reviews
A Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic, and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. It makes sense of the fascinating new perspectives on this era that have been generated in recent years while not losing sight of broader, more enduring themes.Each essay both distils the current state of historical scholarship and assesses the directions that research is likely to take in future. All the contributions pay attention to the experiences of women as well as of men, and to regional and national variations across Britain and Ireland. Though engaged with cutting-edge theories, including postmodern and post-structuralist perspectives, the contributors avoid technical jargon and assume no prior expert knowledge.The volume is written in a clear and energetic manner, and illustrated with maps and charts where appropriate. Guides to further reading allow readers to follow chosen avenues of investigation with confidence.
Companion to Nineteenth-Century Britain presents 33 essays by expert scholars on all the major aspects of the political, social, economic, and cultural history of Britain during the late Georgian and Victorian eras. It makes sense of the fascinating new perspectives on this era that have been generated in recent years while not losing sight of broader, more enduring themes.ach essay both distils the current state of historical scholarship and assesses the directions that research is likely to take in future. All the contributions pay attention to the experiences of women as well as of men, and to regional and national variations across Britain and Ireland. Though engaged with cutting-edge theories, including postmodern and post-structuralist perspectives, the contributors avoid technical jargon and assume no prior expert knowledge.he volume is written in a clear and energetic manner, and illustrated with maps and charts where appropriate. Guides to further reading allow readers to follow chosen avenues of investigation with confidence.
List of Contributors Introduction: Chris Williams (University of Glamorgan) Part I: Britain and the World: 1. Britain and the World Economy: Anthony Howe (University of East Anglia) 2. Britain and the European Balance of Power: John R. Davis (Kingston University) 3. Britain and Empire: Douglas M. Peers (University of Calgary) 4. The Armed Forces: Edward M. Spiers (University of Leeds) Part II: Politics and Government: 5. The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The 'Dignified' Parts of the Constitution: William M. Kuhn (Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin) 6. The State: Philip Harling (University of Kentucky) 7. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800-1846: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland) 8. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846-1900: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland) 9. Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate: Michael S. Smith (University of California, Riverside) 10. Politics and Gender: Sarah Richardson (University of Warwick) 11. Political Thought: Gregory Claeys (Royal Holloway, University of London) Part III: Economy and Society: 12. Agriculture and Rural Society: Michael Winstanley (Lancaster University) 13. Industry and Transport: William J. Ashworth (University of Liverpool) 14. Urbanization: Simon Gunn (Leeds Metropolitan University) 15. The Family: Shani D'Cruze (Manchester Metropolitan University) 16. Migration and Settlement: Ian Whyte (Lancaster University) 17. Standard of Living, Quality of Life: Jane Humphries (University of Oxford) 18. Class and the Classes: Martin Hewitt (Trinity and All Saints, University of Leeds) 19. Economic Thought: Noel Thompson (University of Wales, Swansea) Part IV: Society and Culture: 20. Religion: Mark A. Smith (King's College, London) 21. Literacy, Learning and Education: Philip Gardner (University of Cambridge) 22. The Press and the Printed Word: Aled Jones (University of Wales, Aberystwyth) 23. Crime, Policing and Punishment: Heather Shore (University of Portsmouth) 24. Popular Leisure and Sport: Andy Croll (University of Glamorgan) 25. Health and Medicine: Keir Waddington (Cardiff University) 26. Sexuality: Lesley A. Hall (University College, London) 27. The Arts: Patricia Pulham (Queen Mary, University of London) 28. The Sciences: Iwan Rhys Morus (Queen's University, Belfast) Part V: The United Kingdom: 29. Politics in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire) 30. Economy and Society in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire) 31. Scotland: E. W. McFarland (Glasgow Caledonian University) 32. Wales: Matthew Cragoe (University of Hertfordshire) 33. British Identities: Chris Williams (University of Glamorgan) Bibliography of Secondary Sources Index
List of Maps, Diagrams and Tables Contributors Introduction: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea) Part I: Britain and the World 1. Britain and the World Economy: Anthony Howe (University of East Anglia) 2. Britain and the European Balance of Power: John R. Davis (Kingston University) 3. Britain and Empire: Douglas M. Peers (University of Calgary) 4. The Armed Forces: Edward M. Spiers (University of Leeds) Part II: Politics and Government 5. The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The 'Dignified' Parts of the Constitution: William M. Kuhn (Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin) 6. The State: Philip Harling (University of Kentucky) 7. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800-1846: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland) 8. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846-1900: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland) 9. Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate: Michael S. Smith (University of California, Riverside) 10. Politics and Gender: Sarah Richardson (University of Warwick) 11. Political Thought: Gregory Claeys (Royal Holloway, University of London) Part III: Economy and Society 12. Agriculture and Rural Society: Michael Winstanley (Lancaster University) 13. Industry and Transport: William J. Ashworth (University of Liverpool) 14. Urbanization: Simon Gunn (University of Leicester) 15. The Family: Shani D'Cruze (Manchester Metropolitan University) 16. Migration and Settlement: Ian Whyte (Lancaster University) 17. Standard of Living, Quality of Life: Jane Humphries (University of Oxford) 18. Class and the Classes: Martin Hewitt (Trinity and All Saints, University of Leeds) 19. Economic Thought: Noel Thompson (University of Wales, Swansea) Part IV: Society and Culture 20. Religion: Mark A. Smith (University of Oxford) 21. Literacy, Learning and Education: Philip Gardner (University of Cambridge) 22. The Press and the Printed Word: Aled Jones (University of Wales, Aberystwyth) 23. Crime, Policing and Punishment: Heather Shore (University of Portsmouth) 24. Popular Leisure and Sport: Andy Croll (University of Glamorgan) 25. Health and Medicine: Keir Waddington (Cardiff University) 26. Sexuality: Lesley A. Hall (University College, London) 27. The Arts: Patricia Pulham (Queen Mary, University of London) 28. The Sciences: Iwan Rhys Morus (University of Wales, Aberystwyth) Part V: The United Kingdom 29. Politics in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire) 30. Economy and Society in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire) 31. Scotland: E. W. McFarland (Glasgow Caledonian University) 32. Wales: Matthew Cragoe (University of Hertfordshire) 33. British Identities: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea) Bibliography of Secondary Sources Index
List of Maps, Diagrams and Tables.Contributors.Introduction: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea).Part I: Britain and the World.1. Britain and the World Economy: Anthony Howe (University of East Anglia).2. Britain and the European Balance of Power: John R. Davis (Kingston University).3. Britain and Empire: Douglas M. Peers (University of Calgary).4. The Armed Forces: Edward M. Spiers (University of Leeds).Part II: Politics and Government.5. The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The 'Dignified' Parts of the Constitution: William M. Kuhn (Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin).6. The State: Philip Harling (University of Kentucky).7. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800-1846: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland).8. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846-1900: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland).9. Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate: Michael S. Smith (University of California, Riverside).10. Politics and Gender: Sarah Richardson (University of Warwick).11. Political Thought: Gregory Claeys (Royal Holloway, University of London).Part III: Economy and Society.12. Agriculture and Rural Society: Michael Winstanley (Lancaster University).13. Industry and Transport: William J. Ashworth (University of Liverpool).14. Urbanization: Simon Gunn (University of Leicester).15. The Family: Shani D'Cruze (Manchester Metropolitan University).16. Migration and Settlement: Ian Whyte (Lancaster University).17. Standard of Living, Quality of Life: Jane Humphries (University of Oxford).18. Class and the Classes: Martin Hewitt (Trinity and All Saints, University of Leeds).19. Economic Thought: Noel Thompson (University of Wales, Swansea).Part IV: Society and Culture.20. Religion: Mark A. Smith (University of Oxford).21. Literacy, Learning and Education: Philip Gardner (University of Cambridge).22. The Press and the Printed Word: Aled Jones (University of Wales, Aberystwyth).23. Crime, Policing and Punishment: Heather Shore (University of Portsmouth).24. Popular Leisure and Sport: Andy Croll (University of Glamorgan).25. Health and Medicine: Keir Waddington (Cardiff University).26. Sexuality: Lesley A. Hall (University College, London).27. The Arts: Patricia Pulham (Queen Mary, University of London).28. The Sciences: Iwan Rhys Morus (University of Wales, Aberystwyth).Part V: The United Kingdom.29. Politics in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire).30. Economy and Society in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire).31. Scotland: E. W. McFarland (Glasgow Caledonian University).32. Wales: Matthew Cragoe (University of Hertfordshire).33. British Identities: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea).Bibliography of Secondary Sources.Index
List of Maps, Diagrams and TablesContributorsIntroduction: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea)Part I: Britain and the World:1. Britain and the World Economy: Anthony Howe (University of East Anglia)2. Britain and the European Balance of Power: John R. Davis (Kingston University)3. Britain and Empire: Douglas M. Peers (University of Calgary)4. The Armed Forces: Edward M. Spiers (University of Leeds)Part II: Politics and Government:5. The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The 'Dignified ' Parts of the Constitution: William M. Kuhn (Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin)6. The State: Philip Harling (University of Kentucky)7. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800 -1846: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland)8. Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846 -1900: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland)9. Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate: Michael S. Smith (University of California, Riverside)10. Politics and Gender: Sarah Richardson (University of Warwick)11. Political Thought: Gregory Claeys (Royal Holloway, University of London)Part III: Economy and Society:12. Agriculture and Rural Society: Michael Winstanley (Lancaster University)13. Industry and Transport: William J. Ashworth (University of Liverpool)14. Urbanization: Simon Gunn (University of Leicester)15. The Family: Shani D'Cruze (Manchester Metropolitan University)16. Migration and Settlement: Ian Whyte (Lancaster University)17. Standard of Living, Quality of Life: Jane Humphries (University of Oxford)18. Class and the Classes: Martin Hewitt (Trinity and All Saints, University of Leeds)19. Economic Thought: Noel Thompson (University of Wales, Swansea)Part IV: Society and Culture:20. Religion: Mark A. Smith (University of Oxford)21. Literacy, Learning and Education: Philip Gardner (University of Cambridge)22. The Press and the Printed Word: Aled Jones (University of Wales, Aberystwyth)23. Crime, Policing and Punishment: Heather Shore (University of Portsmouth)24. Popular Leisure and Sport: Andy Croll (University of Glamorgan)25. Health and Medicine: Keir Waddington (Cardiff University)26. Sexuality: Lesley A. Hall (University College, London)27. The Arts: Patricia Pulham (Queen Mary, University of London)28. The Sciences: Iwan Rhys Morus (University of Wales, Aberystwyth)Part V: The United Kingdom:29. Politics in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire)30. Economy and Society in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire)31. Scotland: E. W. McFarland (Glasgow Caledonian University)32. Wales: Matthew Cragoe (University of Hertfordshire)33. British Identities: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea)Bibliography of Secondary SourcesIndex
List of Maps, Diagrams and Tablesontributorsntroduction: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea)art I: Britain and the World:. Britain and the World Economy: Anthony Howe (University of East Anglia). Britain and the European Balance of Power: John R. Davis (Kingston University). Britain and Empire: Douglas M. Peers (University of Calgary). The Armed Forces: Edward M. Spiers (University of Leeds)art II: Politics and Government:. The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The'Dignified' Parts of the Constitution: William M. Kuhn (Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin). The State: Philip Harling (University of Kentucky). Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800-1846: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland). Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846-1900: Michael J. Turner (University of Sunderland). Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate: Michael S. Smith (University of California, Riverside)0. Politics and Gender: Sarah Richardson (University of Warwick)1. Political Thought: Gregory Claeys (Royal Holloway, University of London)art III: Economy and Society:2. Agriculture and Rural Society: Michael Winstanley (Lancaster University)3. Industry and Transport: William J. Ashworth (University of Liverpool)4. Urbanization: Simon Gunn (University of Leicester)5. The Family: Shani D'Cruze (Manchester Metropolitan University)6. Migration and Settlement: Ian Whyte (Lancaster University)7. Standard of Living, Quality of Life: Jane Humphries (University of Oxford)8. Class and the Classes: Martin Hewitt (Trinity and All Saints, University of Leeds)9. Economic Thought: Noel Thompson (University of Wales, Swansea)art IV: Society and Culture:0. Religion: Mark A. Smith (University of Oxford)1. Literacy, Learning and Education: Philip Gardner (University of Cambridge)2. The Press and the Printed Word: Aled Jones (University of Wales, Aberystwyth)3. Crime, Policing and Punishment: Heather Shore (University of Portsmouth)4. Popular Leisure and Sport: Andy Croll (University of Glamorgan)5. Health and Medicine: Keir Waddington (Cardiff University)6. Sexuality: Lesley A. Hall (University College, London)7. The Arts: Patricia Pulham (Queen Mary, University of London)8. The Sciences: Iwan Rhys Morus (University of Wales, Aberystwyth)art V: The United Kingdom:9. Politics in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire)0. Economy and Society in Ireland: Christine Kinealy (University of Central Lancashire)1. Scotland: E. W. McFarland (Glasgow Caledonian University)2. Wales: Matthew Cragoe (University of Hertfordshire)3. British Identities: Chris Williams (University of Wales, Swansea)ibliography of Secondary Sourcesndex
"This book is an excellent companion... It is an ideal book for anyone interested in the history of the nineteenth century." Reference Reviews "This most recent addition to the ambitious Blackwell 'Companions' series in British history is thorough and up-to-date ... For scholars, it will become a well-thumbed historiographical source on their office shelves. Essential." Choice A Choice Outstanding Academic Title of the Year

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저자(글) Williams, Chris

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• List of Maps, Diagrams and Tables	p. x
  Contributors	p. xi
  Introduction	p. 1
  Britain and the World	p. 15
  Britain and the World Economy	p. 17
  Britain and the European Balance of Power	p. 34
  Britain and Empire	p. 53
  The Armed Forces	p. 79
  Politics and Government	p. 93
  The Monarchy and the House of Lords: The 'Dignified' Parts of the Constitution	p. 95
  The State	p. 110
  Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1800-46	p. 125
  Political Leadership and Political Parties, 1846-1900	p. 140
  Parliamentary Reform and the Electorate	p. 156
  Politics and Gender	p. 174
  Political Thought	p. 189
  Economy and Society	p. 203
  Agriculture and Rural Society	p. 205
  Industry and Transport	p. 223
  Urbanization	p. 238
  The Family	p. 253
  Migration and Settlement	p. 273
  Standard of Living, Quality of Life	p. 287
  Class and the Classes	p. 305
  Economic Thought	p. 321
  Society and Culture	p. 335
  Religion	p. 337
  Literacy, Learning and Education	p. 353
  The Press and the Printed Word	p. 369
  Crime, Policing and Punishment	p. 381
  Popular Leisure and Sport	p. 396
  Health and Medicine	p. 412
  Sexuality	p. 430
  The Arts	p. 443
  The Sciences	p. 457
  The United Kingdom	p. 471
  Politics in Ireland	p. 473
  Economy and Society in Ireland	p. 489
  Scotland	p. 504
  Wales	p. 521
  British Identities	p. 534
  Bibliography of Secondary Sources	p. 553
  Index	p. 591
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ISBN	9781405156790 ( 1405156791 )
발행(출시)일자	2006년 10월 13일
쪽수	624쪽
크기	172 * 245 * 33 mm / 1075 g
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