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Fictions of State: Culture and Credit in Britain 1694-1994

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Uncover the profound cultural evolution of Britain through its intricate history of public credit and national debt. Spanning from the 1694 founding of the Bank of England to the late 20th century, this compelling study explores how financial concepts intertwined with national identity, imperial ambition, and literary critique. Examining diverse texts from Augustan satire to modern novels, it reveals the critical role of nationalism, economic theories, and postcolonial thought in shaping the modern state. Essential for students and scholars of British economic and cultural history, this book offers invaluable insights into finance, literature, and nationhood.

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