The book of the recent TV series by Andrew Marr - and it's a massive volume to contemplate! This isn't 'traditional' history - it is more a collection of anecdotes, views and opinions. However, despite (or perhaps because of this) it is a fascinating review of British history since 1945. As an aside I'm a history graduate and when I was at University 'Modern' history was from 1485 or at a pinch 1815, certainly not 1945 - more like current affairs to my Professor! Andrew Marr's journalistic style makes this an easy read, and because it is so centred on personalities as much as policies the politics of the period comes to life. This isn't to say that policies are ignored - the themes of the times are examined with tremendous clarity. I found the sections on Korea and Malaya outstanding, and the unfolding of the events of the 1970s outstanding. Worth a read! Rating: 8/10
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