Tombs, Robert
The English and their History: Updated with two new chapters
- ISBN 13:
- 9781802064230
- author:
- Tombs, Robert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 1056
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 5 centimetres (0.7
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The English first emerged as a concept before they had a unified ruler or a distinct country. This idea has endured, and their defining institutions can be traced back to the earliest years of their history. The English have left a lasting impact on the world through their interactions with other nations, shaped by periods of invasion, conquest, and cultural exchange. This book explores the history of the English, from their earliest beginnings in monasteries and wetlands to the diverse, cosmopolitan England of today. Robert Tombs examines the key threads running through the story, including participatory government, language, law, religion, and the complex relationships between the English and other peoples. A comprehensive and challenging account, this book presents a nuanced view of English history, highlighting both the strength and resilience of their government and the deep patterns of division that have shaped their nation.
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