Robert D. Pearce Books

The third edition of this popular title provides both a narrative and analysis of the relationship between Great Britain and Ireland, from its origins and the Act of Union in 1800 to the Anglo Irish settlement in 1922. Important events such as the Great Famine and the Easter Rising are explained, and key figures such as Parnell, Gladstone, and O'Connell are assessed. Throughout the book key dates, terms and issues are highlighted, and historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge and understanding of the period, and exam style questions and tips provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.

Examines the Labour governments of 1945-51. The author discusses the main political personalities of the period, sets their work in the context of Labour history since 1900, and reviews their domestic and foreign achievements.

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Designed for students at A and AS Level, this text provides a lucid and detailed account of the Irish question, from the Act of Union in 1800 to the Anglo-Irish Settlement of 1922. Important events such as the Great Famine and the Easter Rising are explained, and key figures such as Parnell, Gladstone and de Valera are assessed. The book features study guides containing exercises and advice on tackling differentiated exam questions.

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Focusing on British colonial policy, this study examines a pivotal decade in tropical Africa's history, transitioning from a period of complacent trusteeship in the inter-war years to the emergence of decolonization strategies post-World War II. It highlights the complexities and shifts in governance and imperial attitudes during this transformative era.