Hitchens, Peter
The Abolition of Britain
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472959928
- author:
- Hitchens, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Continuum
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 centimetres (0.56 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Political Ideologies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Abolition of Britain: A Reconsideration In this revised edition, Peter Hitchens examines the state of Britain today, lamenting the country's apparent decline. He argues that the years since his initial publication have seen an accelerated decay of society and culture. Hitchens, a former Marxist, is astonished by the Conservative Party's shift towards socially and culturally revolutionary ideas, particularly on family, sex, and education. The author reflects on the erosion of traditional values and the homogenization of language, as well as the impact of immigration on the country. He expresses concern that future generations will struggle to understand how Britain, once a "kindest and fairest" civilization, has squandered its birthright. Hitchens' work serves as a warning about the dangers of unchecked change and the importance of preserving the country's unique heritage.