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The book explores the enduring icon of Queen Elizabeth as a symbol of English identity over four centuries of British history. Walker analyzes its influence across various domains, including politics, art, literature, and popular culture. By examining diverse representations—from tombs and ballads to Suffragette banners and modern media—he illustrates how the icon's significance grows alongside the increasingly fluid concept of Englishness, highlighting the complexities of national identity and memory.
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The Elizabeth Icon: 16032003, J. Walker
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- The Elizabeth Icon: 16032003
- Language
- English
- Authors
- J. Walker
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan UK
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9781349510894
- Category
- About Literature, Social sciences, World history
- Description
- The book explores the enduring icon of Queen Elizabeth as a symbol of English identity over four centuries of British history. Walker analyzes its influence across various domains, including politics, art, literature, and popular culture. By examining diverse representations—from tombs and ballads to Suffragette banners and modern media—he illustrates how the icon's significance grows alongside the increasingly fluid concept of Englishness, highlighting the complexities of national identity and memory.