The Decline and Fall of the British Empire, 1781-1997
The Decline and Fall of the British Empire, 1781-1997

Author: Piers Brendon

Publisher: Vintage

Published: 2010-02-09

Total Pages: 850

ISBN-13: 0307388417

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A WASHINGTON POST BOOK WORLD NOTABLE BOOK After the American Revolution, the British Empire appeared to be doomed. Yet it grew to become the greatest, most diverse empire the world had seen. Then, within a generation, the mighty structure collapsed, a rapid demise that left an array of dependencies and a contested legacy: at best a sporting spirit, a legal code and a near-universal language; at worst, failed states and internecine strife. The Decline and Fall of the British Empire covers a vast canvas, which Brendon fills with vivid particulars, from brief lives to telling anecdotes to comic episodes to symbolic moments.

Britain in Decline
Britain in Decline

Author: Andrew Gamble

Publisher: Red Globe Press

Published: 1994-09-29

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0333614410

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This is an account of Britain's rise and fall, and an introduction to the main explanations of decline and political strategies for reversing it. The book has been updated and has a new concluding chapter which assesses the state of debate and the British economy after the Thatcher decade.

The Eclipse of Great Britain
The Eclipse of Great Britain

Author: Anne Orde

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 1996-09-18

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1349249246

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The decline of Great Britain as a world power was the result of long-term economic change and two world wars. Except in a few areas, American authorities did not set out to supplant Britain: indeed until the Second World War they were hesitant about the use of power. But when they embraced it, a variety of factors ensured that it was Britain's place that was taken. This book offers an authoritative analysis of the stages of displacement and the complex feelings aroused by the process on both sides of the Atlantic. As such it describes a transfer of power which will surely be seen as one of the most fundamentally important events of the twentieth century.

Dilemmas of Decline
Dilemmas of Decline

Author: Ian Hall

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 2012-08

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 0520289498

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In just three decades, Great Britain’s place in world politics was transformed. In 1945, it was the world’s preeminent imperial power with global interests. By 1975, Britain languished in political stasis and economic recession, clinging to its alliance with the United States and membership in the European Community. Amid this turmoil, British intellectuals struggled to make sense of their country’s decline and the transformed world in which they found themselves. This book assesses their responses to this predicament and explores the different ways British thinkers came to understand the new international relations of the postwar period.

What We Have Lost
What We Have Lost

Author: James Hamilton-Paterson

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1784972355

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James Hamilton-Paterson turns his literary and analytical skills to the wider picture of Britain's lost industrial and technological civilisation.

The Myth Of Decline
The Myth Of Decline

Author: George L Bernstein

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2011-05-31

Total Pages: 736

ISBN-13: 1446449491

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This history of Britain since 1945 confronts two themes that have dominated British consciousness during the post-war era: the myth of decline and the pervasiveness of American influence. The political narrative is about the struggle to maintain a power that was illusory and, from 1960 on, to reverse an economic decline that was nearly as illusory. The British economy had its problems, which are fully analyzed; however, they were counterbalanced by an unparalleled prosperity. At the same time, there was a social and cultural revolution which resulted in a more exciting, dynamic society. While there was much American influence, there was no Americanization. American influences were incorporated with many others into a new and less stodgy British culture. Contrary to conventional wisdom, this groundbreaking book finds that the story of Britain since the war is marked not by decline but by progress on almost all fronts.

The British Industrial Decline
The British Industrial Decline

Author: Michael Dintenfass

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-11

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 1134692625

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This book sets out the present state of the discussion of the decline in British industry and introduces new directions in which the debate is now proceeding.

The Rise, Decline and Future of the British Commonwealth
The Rise, Decline and Future of the British Commonwealth

Author: K. Srinivasan

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2005-11-07

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 0230248438

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Written by a senior Indian diplomat who has until recently also served as Commonwealth Deputy Secretary-General, this book provides a unique and far-reaching exploration of the British Commonwealth, and its impact since the second World War on the process of Britain adjusting to a world without Empire. Whither the Commonwealth now? What is its record of achievement; what are the benefits of membership to countries in terms of collective political influence, trade, investment, aid, travel and education? Can any practical good be envisaged for this nearly moribund post-colonial organization? Britain, which brought the association into being and is central to it, would have to play a key part in determining its future. But in coming to such decisions, the British Government faces great problems of perception, both from the Monarchy and the British public.

The Great British Decline
The Great British Decline

Author: Arthur Pembroke

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2024-08-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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Can Britain Be Great Again? Once a global superpower, Britain now finds itself at a crossroads. In The Great British Decline: A Warning on the Challenges Facing Britain, Pembroke delivers a sobering yet essential examination of the factors contributing to the nation's decline. With meticulous research and insightful analysis, this book delves deep into the heart of Britain's problems. From the economic malaise and social divisions to the erosion of political trust and the challenges posed by Brexit, Pembroke offers a comprehensive overview of the issues plaguing the nation. But this is not merely a book of lamentations. It is a call to action. The Great British Decline provides a roadmap for recovery, outlining potential solutions and strategies for rebuilding a stronger, more resilient Britain. Whether you are a concerned citizen, a policymaker, or simply someone interested in the future of the United Kingdom, this book offers essential insights and a compelling vision for a better tomorrow. Are you ready to confront the truth about Britain's decline? Are you prepared to be part of the solution? The Great British Decline is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of this great nation... CLICK ON THE BUY BUTTON NOW!