The Diehards: Aristocratic Society And Politics In Edwardian England
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Gregory D. Phillips
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harvard University Press, 1979
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the intricate world of the British aristocracy during the Edwardian era, presenting a detailed examination of their societal influence and political machinations. It uncovers the steadfast adherence to tradition and the resistance to progressive reforms that characterized a significant segment of the upper class. The narrative illustrates how these diehards navigated a rapidly changing landscape, arguing for the preservation of their established power structures and cultural norms. Readers will gain insight into the complex interplay between inherited privilege and the evolving democratic forces of early 20th-century England, pre-World War I England.
Author: Gregory D. Phillips
Binding: Hardback
Published: Harvard University Press, 1979
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the intricate world of the British aristocracy during the Edwardian era, presenting a detailed examination of their societal influence and political machinations. It uncovers the steadfast adherence to tradition and the resistance to progressive reforms that characterized a significant segment of the upper class. The narrative illustrates how these diehards navigated a rapidly changing landscape, arguing for the preservation of their established power structures and cultural norms. Readers will gain insight into the complex interplay between inherited privilege and the evolving democratic forces of early 20th-century England, pre-World War I England.