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- A bibliography of British history, 1914 - 1989 Ref Annex Z202 .R63 1996
Containing over 27,000 entries, this unique reference will be absolutely essential for anyone with an interest in Britain in the twentieth century. Accessibly arranged by theme, with introductions to each chapter, a large range of topics is covered. The volume offers an invaluable guided tour by a leading historian of the bewildering plethora of publications on twentieth-century Britain.
- The Blackwell encyclopaedia of Anglo-Saxon England Ref DA 152 .B58 1999The Blackwell Encyclopaedia of Anglo-Saxon England covers the history, archaeology, arts, architecture, literatures and languages of England from the Roman withdrawal to the Norman Conquest (c.450 - 1066 AD). Drawing on contributions by scholars of international standing, the book comprises a series of some 700 articles by 150 contributors, arranged in alphabetical order, describing the people, places, activities and creations of the Anglo-Saxons. The articles are illustrated by maps, line-drawings and black and white photographs; the book is accompanied by a comprehensive table of the 'Rulers of the English, c.450-1066', and by a classified index of head-words to facilitate access to the Encyclopaedia itself.
- Britain in the Hanoverian Age, 1714-1837 Ref DA 480 .B75 1997
More than 1,100 signed entries by 250 scholars cover political, economic, literary, intellectual, artistic, commercial, and social life, and spotlight some 600 prominent individuals and families.
- The Cambridge illustrated history of the British Empire Ref DA 16 .M29 1996
This book looks at the experience of colonialism in North America, India, Africa, Australia, and the Caribbean, as well as the impact of the empire on Britain itself. Emphasis is placed on social and cultural history, including slavery, trade, religion, art, transport, and the movement of ideas.
- The Columbia companion to British history Ref DA 34 .H64 1997
Covering 2,000 years of British history in 850 pages, this comprehensive work contains 4,500 dictionary entries that not only cover political and constitutional history, but also provide information on social, economic, religious, military, naval, legal, and cultural history. Special features include a list of all kings and queens of England and Britain along with a list of prime ministers with their dates and nine line drawn maps that include topics such as "Growth of the British Empire," "Tribal Britain," and "England and Wales during the Time of the Romans."
- A Dictionary of British history Ref DA 34 .D52 1983
In approximately 3,000 entries, the Dictionary of British History describes the British Isles, their politicians and people, battles and bards, institutions and occasional iniquities. The main body of the book is complemented by a 40-page chronology enabling the reader to see the relationship between historical movements and personalities.
- The encyclopedia of Britain Ref DA 27.5 .G37 1993This book provides a panorama of Britain's past and present in 6,000 entries alphabetically arranged. Has facts and statistics about history, politicians, pop musicians, sports personalities, businesses, literature, architecture, art, scandals, disasters, battles, and current affairs.
- England Ref DA 27.5 .D29 1993This selective, annotated bibliography is a blend of over 2,000 reference, and informative studies and descriptions of all aspects of English life, its history, customs and traditions, as well as its business and financial expertise, its changing industry, and its efforts to solve some severe social problems.
- Medieval England: an encyclopedia Ref DA 129 .M43 1998This valuable reference work offers answers to questions on all aspects of life and culture in medieval England-art, architecture, law, literature, kings, commoners, women, music, commerce, technology, warfare, religion, and many others. It takes as its scope English social, cultural, and political life from the Anglo-Saxon invasions in the fifth century to the turn of the sixteenth century. The Encyclopedia also traces England's ties to the Celtic world of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, to the French and Anglo-Norman world of the Continent, to the Viking and Scandinavian world of the North Sea, and to the world of medieval Christendom. The result is a detailed portrait of the English Middle Ages and their key historical events, personages, and cultural contexts.
- NTC's dictionary of the United Kingdom Ref PE 1704 .J36 1996A comprehensive guide to the language, culture, history and geography of the United Kingdom. The dictionary presents 13,500 entries and nearly 17,000 definitions of contemporary and culturally historic concepts, regional terms (including expressions from Wales, Ireland and Scotland), names of royalty and customs, as well as definitions of slang, colloquial and idiomatic expressions.
- The new Arthurian encyclopedia Ref DA 152.5 .A7 N48 1996A chronology of landmarks in Arthurian history, archaeology, literature and art. A map showing major sites in Arthurian legend and history. More than 1,300 entries made by over 130 contributors. 92 photographs and illustrations. More than 90 entries on Arthurian characters.
- The Oxford illustrated history of the British Army Ref DA 50 .O94 1994From the Napoleonic Wars to the battle of the Falklands, from the pike and musket to the Challenger tank, The Oxford Illustrated History of the British Army brings to life the colorful and far-reaching history of this long-lived institution. Lavishly illustrated with more than two hundred and seventy black-and-white pictures, twenty-four color plates, and fourteen maps, this volume provides a wealth of historical detail as it takes readers on a lively journey through the annals of the British Army.
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