British politics, culture and society, 1945-1997
Course
In London
Description
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Course
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Location
London
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Different dates available
The course considers political, economic, social and cultural aspects of Britain, 1945-1997.
The course will be delivered through a mixture of formal tutor input and discussion with student participation encouraged.
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About this course
Have a better understanding of the nature of British politics during these years
Be more knowledgeable about the changes to the British economy
Be more familiar with certain aspects of culture and daily life.
Pen and paper for any voluntary note taking. Below is an optional reading list.
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The relevant sections of:
J Black Britain since the seventies: politics and society in the consumer age
CG Brown and WH Fraser Britain since 1707
P Clarke Hope and Glory: Britain 1900-2000
B Harrison Finding a role?: the United Kingdom 1970-1990
B Harrison Seeking a role: the United Kingdom 1951-1970
K Morgan Britain since 1945: the people’s peace [2nd edition]
M Pugh Britain since 1789
A Rosen The transformation of British life, 1950-2000: a social history
Reviews
Subjects
- British Politics
- Politics
Course programme
Britain in 1945
Labour Britain: 1945-1950
Conservative Britain 1951-1964
Austerity and Affluence: life in Britain, 1945- 1964
Wilson, Heath, Britain and ‘Europe’ Britain 1964-1976
‘…like a pendulum swings’: Britain’s cultural revolution, 1958-1973
Towards the ‘winter of discontent’: British politics and society, 1976-1979
Politics and economic policy under the Conservatives, 1979-1997
Social and cultural change in late 20th century Britain.
Additional information
British politics, culture and society, 1945-1997