Explore the dynamic history of 20th Century Britain with this authoritative survey from The Bookish Owl. Authored by leading academics, this essential guide delves into economic activity, societal shifts, political developments, and cultural transformations throughout the entire century. Discover thematic essays covering vital areas like economic management, parliamentary politics, work, health, and international relations. Uncover key discussions on equality, diversity, women, living standards, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality, alongside emerging fields like disability and environmental history. The second part examines pivotal events such as the World Wars, the interwar Depression, European integration, the 1960s cultural revolution, and resistance to racism. Ideal for students and scholars, this book offers a comprehensive grounding in established approaches and recent scholarship on modern British history.