Corthorn, Paul

Enoch Powell: Politics and Ideas in Modern Britain

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ISBN 13:
9780198747154
author:
Corthorn, Paul
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Oxford University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
21.5 x 13.8 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, Europe, Great Britain,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£16.75

Description

Enoch Powell: A Complex Intellectual Enoch Powell was a deeply divisive figure in British political life, known for his provocative speeches and unconventional views. This intellectual biography, by Paul Corthorn, offers a nuanced exploration of Powell's thought and its significance in the post-1945 era. Powell's politics were marked by contradictions and inconsistencies, yet they can be understood as part of a broader debate about Britain's place in the world. Corthorn examines the ways in which Powell's ideas evolved over time, revealing a complex and multifaceted thinker who challenged conventional wisdom on issues such as the Cold War, free-market economics, and European integration.

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