Ian R. Carter, emeritus hoogleraar aan de Universiteit van Auckland, Nieuw-Zeeland, duikt in de complexiteit van het plattelandsleven. Zijn enige gedetailleerde studie van de landelijke klassenverhoudingen in Noordoost-Schotland, onderzocht tijdens zijn ambtsperiode aan de Universiteit van Aberdeen, is een baanbrekend werk. Het biedt lezers een uniek inzicht in het leven van gewone mensen in de regio in een cruciaal tijdperk.
After a career in conservation, Ian Carter moves to a secluded farmhouse tucked away in the low hills of mid-Devon between Exmoor and Dartmoor. Here he tries new approaches to connecting with the local countryside - from following streams wherever they may lead, to night-time rambles or simply rewilding the garden.
Most British birds of prey have largely recovered from historical persecution, but the beleaguered Hen Harrier is still struggling. This richly illustrated book gives a comprehensive and evocative portrait of the species, while offering an incisive overview of its conservation.
Britain at War in Colour showcases 100 of the best rare and original colour images of the Second World War from the IWM photograph collection. Featuring new and never-before published images in a beautiful hardback album format, these graphic and powerful images bring the Second World War to life.
Focusing on the cultural impact of steam railways in the nineteenth century, Ian Carter explores how train technology symbolized the relentless advance of modernity in British society. The book examines the various representations and influences of railways on culture, highlighting their significance in shaping societal perceptions and experiences during this transformative era.
Photographic history of the important part played by this important but unsung branch of the Royal Air Force. 235 b/w photos.
Following on from his companion volume on Bomber Command, the author has assembled this year-by-year pictorial record which draws upon the comprehensive archive held by the Imperial War Museum.
The book explores the concept of freedom, focusing on the normative assumptions that underpin our judgments about individual entitlements to freedom. Ian Carter presents a framework that aligns with popular intuitions regarding degrees of freedom while also supporting a liberal theory of justice. By systematically analyzing these ideas, the author highlights the significance of understanding freedom in both personal and societal contexts.
British University Fiction in the Post-War Years
The book offers a sharp analysis of British university fiction, focusing on the distinctive culture of Oxbridge. It examines how this elite environment faces challenges from various societal groups, including the working class, women, foreigners, and social scientists, who introduce different perspectives and disrupt traditional norms. Through its interdisciplinary approach, it highlights the tensions between established academic traditions and the evolving nature of university life.
The book offers a detailed exploration of a unique patch of land in Galloway, showcasing its diverse wildlife and habitats. It presents a miniature representation of wild Galloway, highlighting the area's ecological richness and the special qualities that define its natural environment. Through vivid descriptions, readers are invited to appreciate the intricate balance of nature within this singular glen.
What does it mean to be a part of-rather than apart from-nature? This book is about how we interact with wildlife and the ways in which this can make our lives richer and more fulfilling. But it also explores the conflicts and contradictions inevitable in a world that is now so completely dominated by our own species.