Encyclopaedia of Contemporary British Culture (Encyclopedias of Contemporary Culture (Routledge))

In over 970 alphabetically arranged entries, this single-volume encyclopedia examines both high and popular culture in the UK, and encompasses everything British--from architecture to pubs to film to internet to the monarchy. This unique encyclopedia casts its net over the whole range of British contemporary life. Entries range from short biographical synopses of the careers of key individuals to longer overview articles exploring the main issues within contemporary cultural debates. Bringing together subjects rarely found in one volume, the Encyclopedia defines "culture" in its broadest sense, with entries including: Asian Press; BBC; Black Theatre; Michael Caine; Carnaby Street; Channel 4; Jasper Conran; Daniel Day-Lewis; Drink in Britain; FA Cup; Fantasy Football; Fashion (90s); Food; Football; Gay and Lesbian Culture; Glenda Jackson; Stanley Kubrick; Labour Party; Lucian Freud; Monarchy; Musicals; Notting Hill Carnival; Nick Park; Pop Art; Dennis Potter; Raves; The Rushdie Affair; and much more. The comprehensive system of cross-referencing and thematic contents list help readers to identify entries from particular fields. Students, travelers, journalists and general readers will find this an invaluable reference source on contemporary British life. Boasting more than 970 alphabetically-arranged entries, the Encyclopedia of Contemporary British Culture surveys British cultural practices and icons in the latter half of the twentieth century. It examines high and popular culture and encompasses both institutional and alternative aspects of British culture. It provides insight into the whole spectrum of British contemporary life. Topics covered include: architecture, pubs, film, internet and current takes on the monarchy. Cross-referencing and a thematic contents list enable readers to identify related articles. The entries range from short biographical synopses to longer overview essays on key issues. This Encyclopedia is essential reading for anyone interested in British culture. It also provides a cultural context for students of English, Modern History and Comparative European Studies. These groundbreaking and award winning works provide valuable in-depth information on topics which traditional reference works often neglect. Reflecting the growth of cross-disciplinary concerns, these encyclopedias covers fields such as film and media, sports, gender, food and wine, education, literature, technology, politics and linguistics. The entries include short biographies of influential figures, as well as brief factual pieces, major articles and overviews on subjects across the entire spectrum of contemporary culture: Abortion, Advertising, Cinema, Canal Plus, Press, Gay Activism, Green Politics, Management Style, North Africa, and an inclusive range of other topics. Also includes extensive cross-references, a comprehensive index and annotated bibliography. "The Encyclopedia of Contemporary British Culture surveys British cultural practice in the latter half of the twentieth century. Some 1,000 alphabetically arranged entries provide insights into a culture which is dynamic, eclectic and in a constant state of flux. A comprehensive system of cross-referencing and a thematic contents list help the reader to identify entries from particular fields. Entries range from shorter, biographical synopses of the careers of key individuals to longer overview essays which explore the main issues within contemporary cultural debates Culture is defined in its broadest sense and areas covered include architecture, consumerism, education, ethnicity and belief, fashion and design, film and cinema, gender and family, intellectual life, literature, media, music, performing arts, politics and society, recreation, sport, video and television, visual arts, and youth culture."--Jacket Book Cover......Page 1 Title......Page 4 Contents......Page 5 Editorial team......Page 9 List of contributors......Page 10 Introduction......Page 14 Acknowledgements......Page 16 How to use this book......Page 17 Classified entry list......Page 18 Entries A Z......Page 30 Index......Page 606 Boasting more than 970 alphabetically arranged entries, the Encyclopedia of Contemporary British Culture surveys British cultural practices and icons in the latter half of the twentieth century Reference Book Cover 1 Title 4 Contents 5 Editorial team 9 List of contributors 10 Introduction 14 Acknowledgements 16 How to use this book 17 Classified entry list 18 Entries A Z 30 Index 606