On Jim Tomlinson's 'De-industrialization Not Decline: A New Meta-narrative for Post-war British History' (2016).

Published In: Modern British History, 2024, v. 35, n. 1. P. 94 1 of 3
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Authored By: Ackerley, Aaron 3 of 3

Abstract

This article discusses the concept of "declinism" in modern British history and proposes an alternative meta-narrative called "de-industrialization." The author, Jim Tomlinson, argues that the perception of Britain's decline in the post-war period was based more on perception than reality. Instead, he suggests that de-industrialization and the expansion of the service economy have had significant effects on British society and politics, including wage inequalities, job insecurity, and changes in the social security system. Tomlinson's work also highlights the global nature of de-industrialization and its impact on women entering the workforce. Overall, this alternative meta-narrative provides important insights into the economic and social realities of post-war Britain. [Extracted from the article]

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Source:Modern British History. 2024/03, Vol. 35, Issue 1, p94
Document Type:Article
Subject Area:Politics and Government
Publication Date:2024
ISSN:2976-7016
DOI:10.1093/tcbh/hwae010
Accession Number:176933190
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