{"product_id":"a-dictionary-of-british-and-irish-history-paperback-softback-9780631201557","title":"A Dictionary of British and Irish History (Paperback \/ softback) 9780631201557","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eA Dictionary of British and Irish History\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“More reliable than Wikipedia, more fun than \u003ci\u003eBritannica\u003c\/i\u003e, this invaluable book is the go-to for quick explanations of places, people, institutions and concepts in British and Irish history from the very beginning to the present day. Anyone who isn’t sure about the detail of the history of these islands (and who is?) needs this book.“\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Chris\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eWickham\u003c\/b\u003e, FBA, Emeritus Chichele Professor of Medieval History, University of Oxford; author of \u003ci\u003eFraming the Early Middle Ages: Europe and the Mediterranean, 400–800\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e“This wide-ranging, succinct and factually watertight historical dictionary compiled by professional historians is a powerful antidote to the likes of ChatGPT and a must for all serious students and school, college and university libraries.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Robert Gildea\u003c\/b\u003e, FBA, Emeritus Professor of Modern History, University of Oxford; author of \u003ci\u003eBackbone of the Nation: Mining Communities and the Great Strike of 1984–5\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e“A readable, enjoyable and wide-ranging book which has quickly taught me a great deal about numerous aspects of Britain and Ireland throughout their history. I recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone interested in history.“\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Dr Pamela Nightingale\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eEnterprise, Money and Credit in England before the Black Death 1285–1349\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e“This dictionary is an indispensable adjunct to the work of any serious historian. Most helpful for me is its fine coverage of Irish history.“\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Charles Webster\u003c\/b\u003e, Emeritus Fellow of All Souls College, University of Oxford; author of \u003ci\u003eThe National Health Service: A Political History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e “I find the dictionary to be of great value and thoroughly recommend it.“\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—John Steane\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Archaeology of the Medieval English Monarchy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e“Just the kind of book that will help any student of history, and especially those at school. It provides an overview and links which draw you into each subject. It’s so much fun to hold, read and dip into. Much better than any internet site!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Stephen Smith\u003c\/b\u003e, formerly Headmaster of Bedford Modern School\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRobert Peberdy (Edited by), Philip Waller (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780631201557, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 3 December 2020\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e720 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 18.5 x 3.1 cm, 1.066 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"This dictionary can be used in two totally separate and distinct ways - as an information source or as a launch point for expanding knowledge - and it is for that reason that I am delighted to commend it.\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Paul Gaskell\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOxfordshire Family Historian, Volume 35, No 3, December 2021\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn authoritative and extensive resource for British and Irish history\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuickly access basic information on the history of the British Isles from this reliable resource. \u003ci\u003eA Dictionary of British and Irish History\u003c\/i\u003e provides concise information covering all periods of prehistory and history for every part of the British Isles. Within this one book, you'll find summary accounts of events, biographies, definitions of terms, and far more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing alphabetically organized headwords, readers will easily locate the content and details they seek. \u003ci\u003eA Dictionary of British and Irish History\u003c\/i\u003e not only serves as a reference tool, but also stimulates broader learning. Entries are interrelated and cross-referenced to help you expand your knowledge of different areas of history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover comparable entries on England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSee overviews of major topics and historical events\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet facts instantly or browse entries\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the \u003ci\u003eDictionary\u003c\/i\u003e as an information source or a launch point for expanding knowledge This reference book will become an essential resource for students of British and Irish history as well as for professionals, journalists, teachers, and those who use historical information in their work. Further, anyone wanting to establish the basics of the history of the British Isles will find this a valuable addition to their library.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvisers ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContributors x\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbbreviations xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements xiv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDictionary Entries A–Z 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaps 695\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: History [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on History\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22History%20%5BHB%5D%22\"\u003eHB\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52501432631576,"sku":"9780631201557","price":30.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780631201557.jpg?v=1786238300","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/a-dictionary-of-british-and-irish-history-paperback-softback-9780631201557","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}