| A Guide to British Military History: The Subject and the Sources Contributor(s): Beckett, Ian F. W. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1473856647 ISBN-13: 9781473856646 Publisher: Pen & Sword Military OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Great Britain - General - History | Reference - History | Military - General |
| Dewey: 355.009 |
| LCCN: 2017304440 |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (0.90 lbs) 224 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: What exactly is military history? Forty years ago it meant battles, campaigns, great commanders, drums and trumpets. It was largely the preserve of military professionals and was used to support national history and nationalism. Now, though, the study of war has been transformed by the 'war and society' approach, by the examination of identity, memory and gender, and a less Euro-centric and more global perspective. Generally it is recognized that war and conflict must be integrated into the wider narrative of historical development, and this is why Ian Beckett's research guide is such a useful tool for anyone working in this growing field. It introduces students to all the key debates, issues and resources. While European and global perspectives are not neglected, there is an emphasis on the British experience of war since 1500. This survey of British military history will be essential reading and reference for anyone who has a professional or amateur interest in the subject, and it will be a valuable introduction for newcomers to it. |
Contributor Bio(s): Beckett, Ian F. W.: - Professor Ian F. W. Beckett is Professor of Military History at the University of Kent. He has previously held chairs at the University of Northampton, the US Marine Corps University, Quantico, Virginia, the University of Luton and the US Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island. His publications include The Great War, 1914-18, A Nation in Arms: A Social Study of the British Army in the First World War (co-editor), Riflemen Form, Haig s Generals (co-editor), Victoria s Generals (co-editor), Ypres: The First Battle 1914, Britain s Part-time Soldiers and Wanton Troopers: Buckinghamshire in the Civil Wars 1640-1660.Beckett, Ian F. W.: - Ian F. W. Beckett & Steven J. Corvi are both authors and military historians. |