Myths of the English by Roy Porter
Newly published in paperback, Myths of the English is a fascinating exploration of Englishness: the images, characters, myths and peculiarities that have contributed to the self-image of a nation.
'Much fascinating scholarship is displayed by the authors of this book' The Independent
'Idiosyncracies of the English heritage come brilliantly to light in this delightful excursion into cultural history.' The Good Book Guide
'Sparkling collection of essays.' The Guardian
'... An excellently conceived and potentially illuminating enterprise.' The Journal of Imperial and Commonwealth History
'These ten essays, concerned mainly with England over the past two and a half centuries, present contrasting and illuminating ways in which the English have seen themselves.' History
Roy Porter is currently working on The History of Hysteria.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780745613062 |
| ISBN 10 | 0745613063 |
| Title | Myths of the English |
| Author | Roy Porter |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 1993-09-09 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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