Smith, Harold L.
Britain in the Second World War: A Social History (Documents in Contemporary History)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719044939
- author:
- Smith, Harold L.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Manchester University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 13.7 x 1.6 cm
- Genre:
- Second World War, 1939-1945
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Britain in the Second World War: A Social History provides a concise and readable exploration of the war's impact on British society. This volume draws on original documents from the war years to examine key areas such as crime, race relations, and social policy. The book also delves into the internal debate within the Conservative party on the Beveridge Report and the proposed national health service. The documents used in this book are drawn from the Public Record Office and offer new insights into the war's effects on women, health, and the family. The author's approach provides a nuanced understanding of the social changes that took place during this period. By examining the social history of Britain during the Second World War, this book offers a valuable perspective on the war's enduring impact on British society.