Britain since 1939
David Childs
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Britain since 1939
by David Childs
Published
1995
Publisher
Macmillan
Pages
294
ISBN-10
0333486811
Description
This wide-ranging book covers politics and the economy; education, foreign policy and defence; housing and living standards; immigration and racism; law and order; the media; the remarkable resilience of the monarchy; public opinion; the retreat from empire; religion's decline and the secularisation of society; women's changing role, and much more. The book challenges many aspects of past policies and raises doubts about the wisdom of going to war in 1939. It traces Britain's decline from world power status to being just one of the larger members of the European Union. Comparisons are made with other countries especially Germany, France and Ireland. In fact, as Britain and Ireland are so closely intertwined, Irish developments are outlined over the same period. The book is based on a wide variety of sources, including the results from many years of interviewing numerous key figures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Britain since 1939?
This edition of Britain since 1939 has approximately 294 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Britain since 1939?
For most readers, Britain since 1939 typically takes between 6h 8m and 4h 5m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 73,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 73,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Britain since 1939?
The estimated word count for Britain since 1939 is approximately 73,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Britain since 1939?
Britain since 1939 was written by David Childs.
When was Britain since 1939 published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.