Author Description
First Published In 1997, Under The Editorship Of The Late John Cannon And In Consultation With Over 100 Distinguished Contributors, This Companion Describes And Analyses The People And Events That Have Shaped And Defined Life In Britain Over More Than 2,000 Years Of Political, Social, And Cultural Change. It Provides A Wealth Of Fact And Insight On All Aspects Of The Subject And From A Variety Of Perspectives, Including Social, Political, Military, Cultural, Economic, Scientific, And Feminist. As Well As The Usual Monarchs, Battles, And Political Events, There Are Dozens Of Entries On The Wider Aspects Of British History Over The Centuries. New Entries On Topics Such As Alternative Vote, The Financial Crisis, Olympics In Britain, And The Scottish Independence Referendum Ensure That The Companion Remains Relevant And Current. Useful Appendices Include Maps And Genealogies, As Well As A Subject Index.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This reference work investigates the comprehensive scope of British history by cataloging the people, events, and cultural shifts that have defined the nation over two millennia. Edited by the late John Cannon and updated by Robert Crowcroft, the text synthesizes contributions from over 100 scholars to provide a multi-faceted analysis of political, social, and economic developments. The framework relies on an encyclopedic approach, offering both foundational historical data and contemporary context for modern political and social milestones.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Over 2,000 years of British political, social, and cultural history
- Entries covering monarchs, military conflicts, and significant political events
- Specialized entries on economic, scientific, and feminist history
- Supplemental appendices including historical maps and genealogical charts
Scope Limits
- Does not provide exhaustive primary source documentation for every entry
- Focuses primarily on the British Isles, with limited space for global colonial history outside of its direct impact on Britain
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and academics frequently cite this volume as a foundational reference tool for students and researchers seeking a broad overview of British history. Readers often note the high density of information and the scholarly rigor maintained across the diverse range of entries.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191757152
ISBN-13:
9780191757150
History
Non-Fiction
Reference
Academic
British History