Matthew McCormack Books

This book explores changing notions of political and personal virtue in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, and offers a new account of masculinity and citizenship in English culture. -- .

This study explores the intricate connections between military reform in the eighteenth century and the societal factors of politics, nationalism, and gender. By analyzing various aspects of military life, including physical training, notions of masculine honor, material culture, self-identity, and citizenship, the author sheds light on how these elements influenced the debates surrounding the militia. The work provides a fresh perspective on the motivations behind military changes during this pivotal period.

Focusing on the intersection of citizenship and gender, this book examines how notions of political community in Britain evolved from 1688 to 1928. It highlights the significance of gender in the discourse surrounding citizenship during this transformative period. Essential for students of early modern and modern British history, as well as gender and political history, it offers valuable insights into the complexities of identity and participation in the British political landscape.