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Across this crowded canvas of British life stride the Duke of Windsor & Mrs Wallis Simpson, Neville Chamberlain & dozens of other figures great & small who put their stamp on the era.Note to 1st EditionNote to 2nd EditionArmistice, 1918Revolution averted, 1919WomenReading matterPost-war politicsVarious conquestsSexAmusementsScreen & stageRevolution again averted, 1926Domestic lifeArt, literature & religionEducation & ethicsSport & controversyThe depression, 1930Pacifism, nudism, hikingThe days of the Loch Ness monsterRecovery, 1935The days of non-intervention'The deepening twilight of barbarism'Three kings in one yearKeeping fit & doing the Lambeth walkSocial consciences'Markets close firmer'Still at peaceRain stops play, 1939Index