John Oakland

British Civilization

A Student's Dictionary

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Produktbeschreibung

British Civilization: A Student's Dictionary is an invaluable reference guide to the British way of life.It explains the often puzzling and confusing terms and phrases used routinely in Britain and by British people. This easy-reference alphabetical guide sheds light on a comprehensive selection of words, phrases, organizations and institutions. All these are fundamental features of British civilization and society, and include aspects of: * politics and government * the Law, economics and industry * education * the media * religion and social welfare * health and housing * leisure and transport.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• 2nd edition
• Seitenzahl: 232
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. August 2003
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 199mm x 129mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 228g
• ISBN-13: 9780415307772
• ISBN-10: 0415307775
• Artikelnr.: 21063593

Autorenporträt

John Oakland

Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1 A
Chapter 2 B
Chapter 3 C
Chapter 4 D
Chapter 5 E
Chapter 6 F
Chapter 7 G
Chapter 8 H
Chapter 9 I
Chapter 10 J
Chapter 11 K
Chapter 12 L
Chapter 13 M
Chapter 14 N
Chapter 15 O
Chapter 16 P
Chapter 17 Q
Chapter 18 R
Chapter 19 S
Chapter 20 T
Chapter 21 U
Chapter 22 V
Chapter 23 W
Chapter 24 X
Chapter 25 Y
Chapter 26 Z

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List of plates List of figures List of tables Preface and acknowledgements Chronology of significant dates in British history 1 The British context 2 The country 3 The people 4 Religion 5 Politics and government 6 International relations 7 The legal system 8 The economy 9 Social services 10 Education 11 The media 12 Leisure, sports and the arts

Rezensionen

"British Civilization provides the most profound introduction to contemporary Britain ... Oakland presents the most recent information in a very concise and easily accessible writing style. Due to the additional resources, exercises and essay questions the book is perfect for teaching and learning."

Isabell Große, Leipzig University, Germany

"British Civilization: An Introduction is an excellent overview of a number of elements which students will need to know in order to understand British society. It is well-written, concise, and has attractive full-colour pictures and illustrations. It is especially strong on recent developments in British culture."

Mark Marston Norris, Grace College, USA

"British Civilization provides the most profound introduction to contemporary Britain ... Oakland presents the most recent information in a very concise and easily accessible writing style. Due to the additional resources, exercises and essay questions the book is perfect for teaching and learning."

Isabell Große, Leipzig University, Germany

"British Civilization: An Introduction is an excellent overview of a number of elements which students will need to know in order to understand British society. It is well-written, concise, and has attractive full-colour pictures and illustrations. It is especially strong on recent developments in British culture."

Mark Marston Norris, Grace College, USA