10000 results for 'The British Interplanetary Society'

Establish a solid foundation in equestrianism with this comprehensive guide to horsemanship. Written by the British Horse Society, this book provides modern and current knowledge in horse riding and...

BHS Complete Horsemanship Supporting You Through Every StageThis comprehensive guide is designed to develop the skills of aspiring equestrians, building on the principles of efficient horsemanship...

The Great British Sewing Bee: The TechniquesThis comprehensive guide covers the essential skills and techniques you need to improve your sewing, from the basics of using a sewing machine and...

Comprehensive coverage of modern British society is provided in this third edition textbook. It offers an accessible and non-technical approach to understanding the social structure of Britain,...

The Industrial Revolution and British Society provides a comprehensive survey of the economic and social aspects of the Industrial Revolution in Britain during the eighteenth and early nineteenth...

Blighty: British Society in the Era of the Great War by Gerard J. De Groot is an analytical survey of Britain during this pivotal period, challenging the notion that the war had a lasting and...

Charles S. Cockell explores the possibility of building free societies in space, arguing that the challenges posed by extraterrestrial environments can be overcome using classical liberal ideas.In...

Gypsies and Travellers Empowerment and Inclusion in British Society by Joanna Richardson and Andrew Richard Ryder explores the pressing issues faced by Gypsy and Traveller communities in British...

The Deluge: British Society and the First World WarThis influential work explores life on the home front during the 1920s, revealing how social changes transformed Britain between 1914 and the...

Warfare and Society in British India, 1757-1947 by Ashutosh Kumar and Kaushik Roy explores the complex relationship between military organisation, imperial policy, and society in colonial South Asia...

This reader brings together some of the best recent sociological writing on British society. It features carefully selected extracts from books and journals that have been chosen for their high...

The Last Great War: British Society and the First World War by Adrian Gregory This book offers a fresh perspective on how British society understood and endured the First World War. Drawing on...

The British Palaeolithic Hominin Societies at the Edge of the Pleistocene World by Paul Pettitt and Mark White provides a comprehensive synthesis of the entire British Palaeolithic, spanning from the...

British Society Since 1945 explores the diverse social developments in Britain from 1945 to 2002. This comprehensive history covers high and popular culture, family, race, gender and class relations,...

The Making of the British Empire: A Reassessment of Indian Society in Early Colonialism. This volume re-examines the role of Indians in shaping the politics and economics of early colonialism. C.A...

Pessimism and British War Policy, 1916-1918This analysis of Britain's war policy during the final years of World War I argues that a prevailing mood of pessimism significantly influenced its...

This collection examines how and why the British constitution developed over the 20th century. It explores debates about its operation and purpose among politicians, jurists, and academics, as well...

Immigration has long been an integral part of Britain's history. From the earliest recorded periods to the present day, immigrants and refugees have arrived in the country, shaping its society and...

British Film Design: A History explores the visual world of British cinema, from the early film 'primitives' to modern-day production design. This comprehensive survey delves into the work of...

This comprehensive analysis explores the revolutionary appeal of Communism in 20th-century Britain, examining why members joined and left the party, as well as their participation in activities...

The 1980 Black Report has had a lasting impact on the public health agenda. This volume explores the history and development of studies and concern over health inequalities, particularly in relation...

Planters, Merchants, and Slaves: A New Perspective on Plantation Societies in British America. The history of plantation societies in early British America is often marked by brutal violence and...

A Handbook of Dates For Students of British History by C. R. Cheney and Michael C. E. Jones provides a comprehensive reference for historians. This updated edition features revised introductory...

J. Arthur Rank and the British Film Industry is a comprehensive study of the film industry in post-war Britain. From the mid to late 1940s, Rank's sponsorship enabled some of the most iconic films of...

Building Better Britains? explores how the British Empire reshaped lives and landscapes through colonial relationships with Indigenous peoples. Cecilia Morgan examines the spread of settler colonies...

The Late Hokusai Society: New Insights into the Art and Legacy of Katsushika Hokusai. This publication brings together essays from international experts, exploring various aspects of late Hokusai's...

The British Co-operative Movement in a Socialist Society by G. D. H. Cole This study examines the potential role of the co-operative movement within a socialist society, exploring its various forms...

Sex, Politics and Society: The Regulation of Sexuality Since 1800 is a comprehensive analysis of the transformations of British sexual life from 1800 to the present. This study firmly locates these...

The British Presence in Macau, 1635-1793 by Rogério Miguel Puga A comprehensive history of Anglo-Portuguese relations in South China, tracing the development of trade and cultural exchange from the...

The Price of Emancipation By Nicholas Draper In 1833, the British government paid £20 million to slave-owners as compensation for the abolition of colonial slavery. However, the enslaved received...

Richard Price offers a comprehensive interpretation of modern British history, challenging the traditional view that the nineteenth century marked the beginning of modern Britain. Instead, he argues...

Social anthropology played a significant role in shaping debates about culture and economic development within the British Empire. This book explores how the discipline evolved during the interwar...

Gold Rush Societies and Migrant Networks in the Tasman World by Daniel Davy is a groundbreaking study that explores the Otago gold rushes through an examination of transnational connections and local...

The pressures and demands of professionalism have transformed Britain's sports landscape. At the end of the 20th century, sports have been rebranded as mass entertainment for national or...

The Colonial Landscape of the British Caribbean brings together new research on the archaeology of colonial landscapes in the Caribbean. This volume focuses on the seventeenth and eighteenth...

The British at War Cinema, State and Propaganda, 1939-1945 by James Chapman explores the complex relationship between the government and the film industry during World War II. This study examines how...

The China Firm: American Elites and the Making of British Colonial Society by Thomas Larkin This book explores the role of Americans in the expanding global empires of the nineteenth century,...

The Quaker communities in London and Philadelphia are examined in this study, focusing on their role as merchants and business ethics. The Society of Friends is explored from its origins in...

The Permanent Under-Secretary for Foreign Affairs, 1854-1946 A study of the senior civil servants who shaped British foreign policy over nearly a century. This book examines the lives and careers of...

During the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), the British public responded with an estimated one to two million pounds in donations for Republican Spain. This remarkable display of solidarity was...

The experience of war was deeply intertwined with the empires that shaped European societies. In "Empire Between the Lines", Elizabeth Stice explores how British and French soldiers in World War I...

British-Bangladeshi Women in Higher Education Aspirations, Inequities and Identities by Berenice Scandone explores the experiences of British-born women of Bangladeshi background attending university...

The Lyceum Manual: A Compendium of Physical, Moral, and Spiritual Exercises. This 1899 publication is a significant work in the knowledge base of civilization. As it falls within the public domain,...

Slaughter and Stalemate in 1917 British Offensives from Messines Ridge to Cambrai by Alan Warren provides a fresh, critical history of the 1917 campaign in Flanders. This book examines the three...

London Presbyterians and the British Revolutions, 1638-64 explores the emergence of a movement in London that sought to reform the Reformation by introducing presbyterianism into the Church of...

Windrush and Rivers of Blood: A Legacy Assessment This book examines Britain since 1948, focusing on the impact of the Empire Windrush, which brought 492 Caribbean immigrants to the UK. The...

Britishness: Perspectives on the British QuestionDistinguished contributors from various disciplines explore the concept of Britishness, examining its past, present, and future. This lively...

The Struggle for the Breeches: Gender and the Making of the British Working Class by Anna Clark. In this groundbreaking study, Anna Clark explores how changes in notions of masculinity and femininity...

A compact and portable version of the JPS Hebrew-English Tanakh is now available, featuring the same text and page count as the standard edition. This pocket edition boasts crisp and clear lettering,...

The Society of Time: Original Trilogy and Other Stories by John Brunner A collection of three groundbreaking novellas that explore the consequences of time travel and the battle for dominance over...

The Age of the Ship of the Line: A Comprehensive History of the British and French Navies. For nearly two centuries, massive wooden warships known as "ships of the line" dominated naval warfare,...

East Anglia is a comprehensive guide to the geology of this region in eastern England. The book provides an in-depth examination of the area's geological history, structure, and landforms, drawing on...

Up the British by Richard Osborne explores the concept of Britishness and its evolution over time. From Tudor royalty to modern-day culture, this book examines the historical roots and current state...

The How To Be British Collection offers a unique insight into the cultural nuances of the United Kingdom, providing a comprehensive guide to understanding British customs, language, and way of life...

Britain for the British by Robert Blatchford is a thought-provoking exploration of national identity and belonging. First published in 2017, this book presents a unique perspective on what it means...

British Steam Lines by Colin Garratt is an in-depth exploration of the history and significance of steamships in British maritime trade.From the early 19th century to the mid-20th century,...

The British Isles Since 1945 by Kathleen Burk explores six key themes that have shaped the region since the end of World War II. From the decline and eventual recovery of the British economy, to the...

Battle-Scarred Mortality, Medical Care and Military Welfare in the British Civil Wars By David Appleby and Andrew Hopper This book explores the human costs of the British Civil Wars, examining the...

The Great British Sewing Bee: Made to Measure is a comprehensive guide to creating clothes that truly fit. Learn how to measure yourself, adjust patterns, and alter ready-made garments to suit your...

The British Gracchi: British and Spanish Relations During the Peninsular War. The Peninsular War (1808-1814) was a complex conflict that saw Spain, Britain, and Portugal unite against Napoleon's...

America's British Culture by Russell Kirk offers a thought-provoking exploration of the enduring influence of British culture on American society. This book examines four key areas of influence:...

The Best Murders Are British: Exploring the International Appeal of English Crime Dramas British crime drama has been a staple of television since its early days, captivating audiences with its...

Death, Immortality, and Eternal Life by T. Ryan Byerly offers a thought-provoking exploration of death and its aftermath. This collection of essays brings together diverse perspectives from...

The British national character has long been associated with glorious disaster and valiant defeat. Historian Stephanie Barczewski explores this phenomenon in her fascinating book, revealing how...

This collection of essays explores the history of British business from various perspectives. Published in 1977, Essays in British Business History provides insight into the development of British...

Discover the fascinating history of goats in Britain and explore their cultural rise from the Stone Age to the modern day.This engaging guide takes you through the evolution of goatkeeping, shedding...

British lorries of the 1960s is a richly illustrated look at the workhorses of British industry during this period. With over 120 photographs, including many contemporary colour and black and white...

The Great British Sewing Bee: Fashion Favourites Back to Basics is the companion book to the tenth series of this popular BBC1 show. This book showcases the show's favourite patterns for every style...

The How to be British Collection Two by Martyn Ford and Peter Legon is a humorous guide to understanding British culture. This revised edition offers new insights into the quirks and customs that...

British History spans over 5,000 years, from the construction of Stonehenge to the present day's debates about Brexit and Britain's future. This expanded and revised edition of Andrew Godsell's...

This 1974 study provides a radical critique of contemporary theories of working class deference and voting patterns in British political culture. Jessop draws on previously unpublished opinion poll...

Decadences: Morality and Aesthetics in British Literature by Paul Fox explores the intersections of aesthetics and morality in various moments of British literature. This collection examines how...

British Gods: Religion in Modern Britain by Steve Bruce Over the last fifty years, the role of religion in British society has undergone significant changes. This book examines how the status and...

A Very British Murder by Lucy Worsley explores how murder became an integral part of Britain's national psyche. From the early 19th century to the present day, Lucy Worsley examines the evolution of...

The Partition of British India: A History and Legacy This book provides an in-depth exploration of the division of the British Raj into India and Pakistan. It includes contemporary accounts,...

The Decline and Fall of the British Aristocracy by David Cannadine is a landmark study that dramatically changes our understanding of British social history. At the turn of the 20th century, the...

The British Friends of the American Revolution profiles a dozen individuals who opposed the British government's policy towards its 13 colonies before and during the American Revolution. Their...

British Politics Today provides a comprehensive overview of the significant changes that have shaped the country's political landscape over the past thirty-five years. From the collapse of strong...

An Appeal To the British Nation by William Hillary is a thought-provoking work that explores the complexities of the human experience. First published in 2020, this book offers a unique perspective...

Exploring the complex relationships between people with different religious beliefs in 18th-century England, Friends, Neighbours, Sinners reveals how everyday interactions were shaped by these...

Assessing the complex ways in which being British shapes individual identity, this sixth edition explores how contemporary Britain's diverse population navigates their cultural heritage. Through...

This comprehensive overview of British politics and history covers 140 years of major developments in the country's society and role on the world stage. Malcolm Pearce and Geoffrey Stewart provide an...

Expertly analysing the major changes in British political life, this compact text places them within the context of the evolution of British society from absolute monarchy to representative democracy...

The Nineteenth Century: Britain's World Power (1815-1901) This comprehensive history covers the period from 1815 to 1901, exploring the complex and dynamic forces that shaped the British Isles during...

This comprehensive guide to British art from 1500 to the present day offers an essential introduction to the extraordinary development of British art over the centuries. Spanning five hundred years,...

German Migrants in Post-War Britain: An Enemy Embrace explores the lesser-known story of German migration to Britain after World War II. Authors Dr Inge Weber-Newth and Johannes-Dieter Steinert...

The Road to Somewhere: The New Tribes Shaping British PoliticsDavid Goodhart explores the growing divide in British society, where people are increasingly polarised into two camps: the 'Anywheres'...

You are an Interplanetary Spy. Your mission is to track down Dr. Cyberg, computer genius who holds the key to stopping a rebellion that threatens the galaxy. Working for the Interplanetary Spy...

Eric Williams's "British Capitalism and British Slavery" offers a fresh perspective on the history of global capitalism and transatlantic slaving. In this seminal work, Williams challenges historians...

The British Media Industries offers an accessible introduction to how the media in Britain operates and the impact that recent political, economic and technological developments have had on the...

This 1966 volume provides a straightforward account of the British nationalized coal industry in its early years. It covers key aspects of the industry's development, including its relationship with...

A witty and humorous collection of observations on the British character, first published in Punch magazine in the 1930s. The author's keen eye for detail and knack for creating distinct...

Melanin Monologues: A Black British PerspectiveThis powerful collection documents the journey of a Black woman's struggle to regain her self-esteem and cultural pride in British society. Natreema...

British Mesozoic Fossils is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating fossils found in Britain during the Mesozoic era. This fully revised and updated edition features 365 species, accurately...

British Cinema of the 90s explores the major box office hits and critically acclaimed films of the decade, examining their role in shaping British film culture. This study also delves into the impact...

The British Welfare State: A Critical History by John Brown This book provides a critical and comprehensive study of the modernization of social policy in Britain. It examines the development of the...

British Cenozoic Fossils is a comprehensive guide to the fossil species found in Britain during the past 70 million years. This revised edition features over 354 species, accurately illustrated with...

Discover the captivating history of the British Raj, spanning nearly 350 years and covering four separate states that exist today: Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, and Burma. From the East India...

British Conservative Leaders offers an in-depth analysis of the qualities and characteristics that have defined successful leaders within the party.From Robert Peel to David Cameron, this...

This comprehensive collection brings together 100 British TV crime drama series produced since 1980. Written by Richard Connery, it offers in-depth reviews and ratings to help you navigate the...