Description
British Foreign Policy since 1945 brings a chronological approach to the study of British foreign policy since the Second World War in order to make the principal events and dynamics accessible within a broader historical and cultural context.
The key features included in this book:
- a detailed chronological survey of developments in post-war British politics;
- an integrated discussion of foreign and domestic policy developments indicating connections and interlocking themes;
- illustrations of British foreign policy drawn from popular culture;
- analysis of Britain’s role in the world, particularly in regards to the UK’s 'special relationship' with the US and its decision to leave the EU;
- a range of in-text features including essay questions and seminar/discussion topics.
This timely book will be essential reading for anyone interested in British politics, foreign policy analysis and British history.
Table of Contents
Introduction
1. Foreign Policy and International Relations Theory
2. The Shaping and Making of British Foreign Policy
3. The Road to 1945
4. The Limping Lion, 1945-55
5. Suez and ‘Supermac’, 1955-63
6. Symbols and substance, 1963-70
7. Awkward Partnerships and Special Relationships: 1970-83
8. From Falklands fanfare to Maastricht misery: 1983-92
9. Ethics and Interventions, 1992-2001
10. ‘Not in my name’: 2001-7
11. Heirs to Blair and Brexiteers: 2007-17
12. Summary, Guide to Further Reading and Topics for Discussion
