TMS - World’s First Superpower:
From Empire To Commonwealth, 1901–Present taught by Professor Denis Judd (London Metropolitan University)
This course will examine the development of the British Empire from the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, via its greatest territorial extent in 1919 to its eventual decline and end in the years after World War II, and its final transformation into the Commonwealth of independent nations.
We shall examine the material advantages that the Empire brought to Britain, and also scrutinize the burdens and anxieties that it imposed. It is important to realize what an extraordinary, complex, and huge organization the British Empire was. One quarter of the human race lived within its borders and it covered about the same amount of the globe.
We shall proceed chronologically, but also look closely at particular themes and interactions. Not every single unit in this huge global organization will be assessed, but we will seek to uncover the basic historical truths overall about what happened and why.
Professor Denis Judd (London Metropolitan University)
Denis Judd is Professor of British and Commonwealth History at London Metropolitan University. He was educated at Magdalen College, Oxford, going on to take his Ph.D. at the University of London. He is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and a policy adviser to the Foreign and Commonwealth Offi...
Portable London 2007
Frommer's Portable Guides offer all the detailed information and
insider advice of a Frommer's Complete Guide but in a concise,
pocket-sized format. Perfect for the short-term traveler who insists on
value and doesn't want to wade through or carry a full-size guidebook,
this series selects the very best choices in all price categories and
takes you straight to the top sights. Get the latest on hotels,
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in these lightweight, inexpensive guides.
A photocopiable resource for busy teachers - This book contains a variety of reading texts, activities and games on every aspect of London life - sightseeing, travel, sport, shopping, museums, galleries and, of course, on Londoners themselves. The texts are aimed at teenagers learning English. - Each activity provides structured language and vocabulary practice, with suggestions for discussion and follow-up pairwork and groupwork. - Topics cover areas as diverse as Hamley's Toy Shop, Cockney Rhyming Slang, Party in the Park and London Football Clubs as well as the more historical side of London
Added by: Maria | Karma: 3098.81 | Coursebooks | 11 June 2007
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England For Dummies
This friendly guide helps you solve the mystery of how to make the most of your time and your money, with:
Five great one or two week itineraries to help you hit the high points on your list
Suggestions for day-trips from London
Information on areas from the Yorkshire moors to the cliffs of Cornwall to Stratford-upon-Avon
Tips for getting around in London via Underground, bus, or taxi
Down and Out in Paris and London is George Orwell's semi-autobiographical account of living in poverty in both cities. The narrative begins in Paris, where Orwell lived for two years, attempting to subsist by giving English lessons and contributing reviews and articles to various periodicals. He ended up working as a plongeur (dishwasher and kitchen assistant) at a hotel/restaurant, where he earned barely enough to survive. Next, Orwell moved to London. Check what happens there.
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