Ian R. Carter, profesor emérito de la Universidad de Auckland, Nueva Zelanda, profundiza en las complejidades de la vida rural. Su singular y detallado estudio de las relaciones de clase rurales en el noreste de Escocia, investigado durante su permanencia en la Universidad de Aberdeen, se erige como una obra pionera. Ofrece a los lectores una perspectiva única sobre la vida de la gente común en la región durante una era crucial.
After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low hills of mid-Devon between Exmoor and Dartmoor. Here he tries new approaches to connecting with the local countryside - from following streams wherever they may lead, to night-time rambles or simply rewilding the garden.
Most British birds of prey have largely recovered from historical persecution, but the beleaguered Hen Harrier is still struggling. This richly illustrated book gives a comprehensive and evocative portrait of the species, while offering an incisive overview of its conservation.
Britain at War in Colour showcases 100 of the best rare and original colour images of the Second World War from the IWM photograph collection. Featuring new and never-before published images in a beautiful hardback album format, these graphic and powerful images bring the Second World War to life.
A beautifully illustrated natural history of the Red Kite, including the successful reintroduction programme. Follow the birds through the ups and downs of the year, from the rigours of raising young during the warm summer months to the struggle for survival in the depths of winter.
Focusing on the cultural impact of steam railways in the nineteenth century, Ian Carter explores how train technology symbolized the relentless advance of modernity in British society. The book examines the various representations and influences of railways on culture, highlighting their significance in shaping societal perceptions and experiences during this transformative era.
Photographic history of the important part played by this important but unsung branch of the Royal Air Force. 235 b/w photos.
Following on from his companion volume on Bomber Command, the author has assembled this year-by-year pictorial record which draws upon the comprehensive archive held by the Imperial War Museum.
Allied victory in the Second World War owed much to air power. Following the success of The Second World War in Colour, this book presents a further selection of original colour photographs from the IWM collection, focusing on Allied aircraft and airmen.
The book explores the concept of freedom, focusing on the normative assumptions that underpin our judgments about individual entitlements to freedom. Ian Carter presents a framework that aligns with popular intuitions regarding degrees of freedom while also supporting a liberal theory of justice. By systematically analyzing these ideas, the author highlights the significance of understanding freedom in both personal and societal contexts.
British University Fiction in the Post-War Years
The book offers a sharp analysis of British university fiction, focusing on the distinctive culture of Oxbridge. It examines how this elite environment faces challenges from various societal groups, including the working class, women, foreigners, and social scientists, who introduce different perspectives and disrupt traditional norms. Through its interdisciplinary approach, it highlights the tensions between established academic traditions and the evolving nature of university life.