This is the first modern study to focus on the British dimension of the American Revolution through its whole span from its origins to the declaration of independence in 1776 and its aftermath. It is written by nine leading British and American scholars who explore many key issues including the problems governing the American colonies, Britain's diplomatic isolation in Europe over the war, the impact of the American crisis on Ireland and the consequences for Britain of the loss of America.

Looks at the history of Great Britain in the eighteenth century showing how it became a leading world power and the most socially and politically advanced nation in Europe.

Product Description: The outbreak of revolution in Paris in 1789 forced Britain into a political and military conflict that had a profound impact on politics, economy, public discourse and cultural life well into the 19th century. The essays collected here examine the various responses to the revolution and the significant changes wrought within Britain by the events...read more

Product Description: Westminster has taken a great constitutional leap in the dark, with the creation of a new parliament in Scotland and new legislative assemblies in Wales and Northern Ireland. These devolved legislatures may not remain satisfied with the powers conceded to them by Westminster and there is clearly the potential for a sustained political challenge to the authority of the Westminster parliament...read more

Product Description: In this vicious reply to having his character slandered and his political actions criticized by William Yonge and Lord Hervey, Pulteney accuses his opponents of selling out to a corrupt ministry and makes scandalous insinuations about Hervey's sexuality.

This study examines aspects of popular political culture in 18th-century Britain. The first part explores the way the British people could influence existing political institutions. The second part shows how the British people became increasingly politicized.

Product Description: This challenging and original study examines the most important aspects of popular political culture in eighteenth-century Britain. The first part explores the way the British people could influence existing political institutions or could exploit their existing powers, by looking at the role of the people in parliamentary elections, in a wide range of pressure groups, in their local urban communities, and in popular demonstrations...read more

Product Description: Book by Dickinson, H. T.

Product Description: Book by Dickinson, H. T.

Product Description: Sir James Clavering (1680-1748) was a typical member of the lesser gentry in County Durham, but he had widespread family connections throughout the North East and became interested in national politics and the coal-trade. Collection contains letters from Anne Clavering, Thomas Yorke and John Yorke, miscellaneous business letters, letters from his wife, Catherine and to his son, George...read more