Britishness Since 1870
Britishness Since 1870 by Paul Ward, published by Psychology Press in 2004, offers an insightful exploration into the evolving concept of British identity. This 238-page book delves into the complexities of what it means to be British, emphasizing that national identities are not fixed but are continually shaped and reshaped over time. Ward examines the historical context of Britishness since the 1870s, highlighting the resilience of this identity amid changing social and political landscapes.
Readers will find a thematic analysis that addresses the various forces influencing British identity, including class, gender, region, and ethnicity. The book also considers how these factors interact with the distinct identities of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. By focusing on the dynamic nature of Britishness, this edition provides a comprehensive understanding of how national identity has been constructed and reconstructed throughout modern history.
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What does it mean to be British? It is now recognized that being British is not innate, static or permanent, but that national identities within Britain are constantly constructed and reconstructed. Britishness since 1870 examines this definition and redefinition of the British national identity since the 1870s.
Paul Ward argues that British national identity is a resilient force, and looks at how Britishness has adapted to changing circumstances.
Taking a thematic approach, Britishness since 1870 examines the forces that have contributed to a sense of Britishness, and considers how Britishness has been mediated by other identities such as class, gender, region, ethnicity and the sense of belonging to England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.
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