This Sovereign Isle : Britain In and Out of Europe by Robert Tombs 9780141995021

This Sovereign Isle : Britain In and Out of Europe

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A SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER In this concise work, Robert Tombs posits...
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A SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER

In this concise work, Robert Tombs posits that geography predates history, and that islands inherently possess a different historical trajectory than continental landmasses. The United Kingdom, whilst undeniably European, stands apart from nations like Germany, Poland, or Hungary. Throughout the majority of Britain's 15,000-year inhabited history, it has remained on the periphery of mainland Europe, both culturally and physically.

Tombs argues that Britain's decision to depart from the EU can be understood through the lens of its unique historical journey, particularly during the 20th century, and its more expansive global connections beyond Europe. He contests the prevailing notion that Brexit was solely a product of British or English exceptionalism, suggesting instead that in opting to leave the EU, the British were, paradoxically, acting in a manner typical of many Europeans.

This Sovereign Isle: Britain In and Out of Europe offers a compelling historical context for the Brexit decision, demonstrating how it was shaped by, but not predetermined by, Britain's distinct historical experience.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780141995021
Book Author: Robert Tombs
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions: 128 x 196 x 18 cm
Book Publication Date: 2022-07-28
Book Pagination: 224 pages
Book Weight: 166g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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