Winder, Robert
Bloody Foreigners: The Story of Immigration to Britain
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349138800
- author:
- Winder, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 4.2 cm
- Genre:
- History, Britain & Ireland, Ireland,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The story of Britain's settlement and influence by foreign people and ideas is a long and complex one. Robert Winder explores the remarkable migrations that have shaped the nation, from the Norman Conquest to the present day. He reveals how foreign cultures have contributed to Britain's history, from its language and architecture to its food and politics. From the aristocracy to the royal family, Winder shows how foreign influences have left their mark. He also examines the experiences of immigrants and emigrants, and the ways in which they have helped to build and define the nation. With a thousand stories to tell, Winder brings to life the fascinating history of Britain's relationships with the world. This book offers a fresh and insightful look at a subject that is both timely and timeless.
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