{"title":"Mary A. Conley","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Mary A. Conley, an insightful and distinguished author known for her contributions to History and Military literature. Her works delve deep into historical themes, providing readers with a compelling exploration of past events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary A. Conley's book, \u003cem\u003eFrom Jack Tar to Union Jack\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases her knack for weaving engaging narratives that spotlight the intricate details of history. This book offers a fascinating journey through the maritime world, examining the evolution of seafaring traditions and their broader implications on national identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast, a student of military strategies, or simply enjoy well-researched literature, Mary A. Conley's books are a valuable addition to your reading list. Immerse yourself in her meticulously crafted stories and discover new perspectives on the events that shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the depth of history with Mary A. Conley's writings, and let her captivating storytelling transport you to another era.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"from-jack-tar-to-union-jack-by-mary-a-conley-9780719075346","title":"From Jack Tar to Union Jack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJack Tar to Union Jack\u003c\/i\u003e examines the intersection between empire, navy, and manhood in British society from 1870 to 1918. Through analysis of sources that include courts-martial cases, sailors' own writings, and the HMS \u003ci\u003ePinafore\u003c\/i\u003e, Conley charts new depictions of naval manhood during the Age of Empire, a period which witnessed the radical transformation of the navy, the intensification of imperial competition, the democratisation of British society, and the advent of mass culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJack Tar to Union Jack\u003c\/i\u003e argues that popular representations of naval men increasingly reflected and informed imperial masculine ideals in Victorian and Edwardian Britain. Conley shows how the British Bluejacket as both patriotic defender and dutiful husband and father stood in sharp contrast to the stereotypic image of the brave but bawdy tar of the Georgian navy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book will be essential reading for students of British imperial history, naval and military history, and gender studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849157726444,"sku":"9780719075346","price":396.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780719075346.jpg?v=1759022989"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/mary-a-conley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}