Contemporary British Identity (Studies in Migration and Diaspora) by Christina Julios - 2008-04-18

Paperback / softback. New. Against the background of an increasingly diverse British society, this book traces the evolution of British identity in the twentieth century. Debates exploring the nature of Britishness and multiculturalism are here deconstructed through a linguistic lens, which considers the role played by the English language in shaping Britain's national identity. Within this context, two significant historical events are considered: the expansionism of nineteenth century British Empire, and the subsequent rise of the United States to the position of world superpower. In charting the development of British nationhood over time, the book identifies three contrasting public narratives, each reflecting society's perceptions of the identity question at particular points in time: a discourse of laissez-faire at the turn of the century; a discourse of multiculturalism in the ensuing decades; and a discourse of integration during the closing years. The book raises fundamental… Read More

Routledge, 2022. Paperback. New. 208 pages. 9.18x6.12x0.47 inches.

Paperback / softback. New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; Against the background of an increasingly diverse British society, this book traces the evolution of British identity in the twentieth century. Debates exploring the nature of Britishness and multiculturalism are here deconstructed thro

Routledge, 2022. Paperback. New. 208 pages. 9.18x6.12x0.47 inches.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Hardback. New.