Britain since 1688 2nd Edition

Experience Britain’s modern transformation with Britain since 1688, 2nd Edition — a clear, authoritative narrative by Stephanie Barczewski, John Eglin, Stephen Heathorn, Michael Silvestri, and Michelle Tusan. This thoroughly revised edition guides readers through the political revolutions, industrial revolutions, imperial expansion, social reform, and cultural shifts that shaped contemporary Britain.

From the Glorious Revolution’s constitutional foundations to the challenges of the 20th and 21st centuries, the book combines engaging storytelling with rigorous scholarship. Carefully structured chapters connect landmark events — parliamentary change, urbanisation, the rise and decline of empire, and modern multicultural Britain — to everyday lives across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, making complex transitions accessible to students, teachers, and general readers.

Rich in context and up-to-date interpretation, this edition highlights regional perspectives, political debates, and social movements that influenced British identity. Clear timelines, concise summaries, and lucid analysis help you trace continuity and change over three centuries, while the authors’ expert voices bring nuance to contested moments in British history.

Ideal for university courses, lifelong learners, and anyone seeking a dependable overview of Britain’s past three centuries, this edition balances academic depth with readability. Add Britain since 1688, 2nd Edition to your bookshelf to deepen your understanding of the UK’s past and its ongoing influence on the modern world. Order now to explore the events and ideas that continue to shape Britain today.

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