{"title":"Linda Colley","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Linda Colley, an esteemed historian whose insightful books explore the complexities of identity, empire, and political power. With a captivating narrative style, Colley brings history to life, inviting readers to delve into the forces that have shaped nations and societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eBritons\u003c\/em\u003e, one of her most celebrated works, Colley examines the formation of British national identity in the eighteenth century. Through a meticulous analysis of cultural, political, and military factors, she reveals how diverse groups were united under the banner of Britishness, offering a profound understanding of national identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother pivotal work, \u003cem\u003eThe Gun, the Ship and the Pen\u003c\/em\u003e, traverses the global history of written constitutions. This fascinating narrative illustrates how the tools of warfare and communication influenced the spread of constitutional documents worldwide, transforming political landscapes and impacting the lives of millions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eColley's books reside in the \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e category, where they stand out as essential readings for anyone interested in understanding the power dynamics and historical events that continue to shape our present. Her scholarly yet accessible style makes these works not only educational but also a pleasure to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Linda Colley's collection today to gain a deeper appreciation of the intricate tapestry of history and its ever-relevant consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-gun-the-ship-and-the-pen-by-linda-colley-9781846684982","title":"The Gun, the Ship and the Pen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e'If there were a Nobel Prize in History, Colley would be my nominee' - Jill Lepore, \u003ci\u003eNew Yorker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e'One of the most exciting historians of her generation, but also one of the most interesting writers of non-fiction around' - William Dalrymple, \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e'Colley takes you on intellectual journeys you wouldn't think to take on your own, and when you arrive you wonder that you never did it before' - David Aaronovitch, \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting not with the United States, but with the Corsican constitution of 1755, \u003ci\u003eThe Gun, the Ship, and the Pen\u003c\/i\u003e moves through every continent, disrupting accepted narratives. 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And what does it mean to be British? This brilliant and seminal book examines how a more cohesive British nation was invented after 1707 and how this new national identity was nurtured through war, religion, trade, and empire. Lavishly illustrated and powerful, \u003ci\u003eBritons\u003c\/i\u003e remains a major contribution to our understanding of Britain’s past and continues to influence ongoing controversies about this polity’s survival and future. This edition contains an extensive new preface by the author.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“A sweeping survey, . . . evocatively illustrated and engagingly written.” —Harriet Ritvo, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Challenging, fascinating, enormously well informed.” —John Barrell, \u003ci\u003eLondon Review of Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Linda Colley writes with clarity and grace...Her stimulating book will be, and deserves to be influential” —E. P. Thompson, \u003ci\u003eDissent\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLinda Colley is Shelby M. C. Davis 1958 Professor of History at Princeton University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of the Wolfson History Prize\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000559845612,"sku":"9780300152807","price":42.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23525813482294.jpg?v=1763284770"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/linda-colley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}