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Divided Hearts: Britain and the American Civil War,Used
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Divided Hearts explores the passionate political strife that raged in Britain as a result of the American Civil War. Moving beyond Mary Ellison's 1972 landmark regional study of Lancashire cotton workers' reactions, R. J. M. Blackett opens the subject to a new, wider transatlantic context of influence and undertakes a deftly researched and written sociological, intellectual, and political examination of who in Britain supported the Union, who the Confederacy, and why.The American Civil War had a profound effect on Britain's political culture; no other event during that period not in Poland, Hungary, Italy, or British colonies compared. Blackett argues that the traditional historiographical assessments of British partisanship along class and economic lines must be reevaluated in light of the nature and changing contours of transatlantic abolitionist connections, the ways in which nationalism framed the debate, and the effect that race among other issues exerted over the British public's perception of conditions in America. Divided Hearts presents a compelling and innovative thesis, one sure to engage scholars in many fields of history.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Divided Hearts: Britain and the American Civil War'? A: 'Divided Hearts' examines the political strife in Britain during the American Civil War, exploring who supported the Union and Confederacy and why.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Richard J. M. Blackett.
- Q: What themes does the book discuss? A: The book discusses themes of political culture, nationalism, abolitionist connections, and the impact of race on British perceptions of America during the Civil War.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'Divided Hearts' contains a total of 300 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is labeled as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: When was 'Divided Hearts' published? A: 'Divided Hearts' was published on December 1, 2000.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: 'Divided Hearts' is categorized under Civil War.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would benefit from this book? A: Scholars and students interested in the American Civil War, British history, and transatlantic relations will find this book particularly engaging.
- Q: Does the book provide a new perspective on historical events? A: Yes, Blackett offers a compelling thesis that reevaluates traditional views of British partisanship during the American Civil War.