British Social Movements since 1945: Sex, Colour, Peace and Power

Contemporary History in Context

by Adam Lent

Since 1945, Britain's political and cultural landscape has been transformed by social movements campaigning on issues of gender, race, disability, sexuality, the environment, and peace. Yet until now there has been no systematic attempt to chart the histories of these movements alongside one another. From early attempts to decriminalize gay sex to the movement against globalization, this book gives fresh insights into a neglected side of British history.

265 pages, Hardcover

First published January 12, 2002

Reviews

[Evelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear and concise text that seeks to provide a 'historical frame' to British Social Movements and does so very well. Great book to start out with if you're interesting in activism and also makes good points about how movements can involve more people, as well as pointing out the problems that past ones have experienced. Get your library to buy this in if possible, otherwise the hefty pricetag might put you off.