JOURNAL ARTICLE

Greater Britain getting smaller?

  • Published In: Political Quarterly, 2025, v. 96, n. 1. P. 217 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Foks, Freddy 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses "Untied Kingdom: A Global History of the End of Britain," a book by Stuart Ward that examines the profound effects of decolonisation on British national identity, politics, and culture after 1945. Ward argues against the 'minimal impact thesis,' asserting that Britishness, characterized by its elasticity and shared resonances, evolved significantly in response to the end of the empire. The book explores various historical case studies, including the Suez crisis, the Kenyan Asian crisis, and the rise of nationalism in Scotland and Wales, illustrating how decolonisation reshaped British identity and political discourse. Ward's work is positioned as a critical contribution to the understanding of the complexities surrounding the end of the British Empire. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Political Quarterly. 2025/01, Vol. 96, Issue 1, p217
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0032-3179
  • DOI:10.1111/1467-923X.13489
  • Accession Number:183691313
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