A Broken Wave: The Rebuilding Of England 1940-1980
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Lionel Esher
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This historical account, A Broken Wave: The Rebuilding Of England 1940-1980, chronicles the monumental efforts to reconstruct England in the aftermath of World War II. It meticulously details the architectural, social, and political forces that shaped the nation's urban and rural landscapes over four decades. The narrative presents a critical analysis of planning policies and their tangible effects on communities and infrastructure. This compelling study illustrates the complex interplay between vision and reality in post-war reconstruction, offering profound insights into a pivotal period of British history. The work argues for a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs inherent in national renewal.
Author: Lionel Esher
Binding: Hardback
Published: Allen Lane, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This historical account, A Broken Wave: The Rebuilding Of England 1940-1980, chronicles the monumental efforts to reconstruct England in the aftermath of World War II. It meticulously details the architectural, social, and political forces that shaped the nation's urban and rural landscapes over four decades. The narrative presents a critical analysis of planning policies and their tangible effects on communities and infrastructure. This compelling study illustrates the complex interplay between vision and reality in post-war reconstruction, offering profound insights into a pivotal period of British history. The work argues for a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs inherent in national renewal.