English Culture And The Decline Of The Industrial Spirit, 1850–1980 by Martin J. Wiener
The English Culture and the Decline of the Industrial Spirit, 1850–1980
This insightful work explores the transformation of English society from the mid-19th century to the late 20th century, focusing on the waning of industrial vigor and the rise of a culture that increasingly valued traditionalism and gentility over industrial progress. It delves into the cultural and social shifts that led to a decline in the entrepreneurial spirit, examining how the embrace of aristocratic values and a preference for stability over innovation contributed to the stagnation of industrial growth. The analysis provides a nuanced understanding of how cultural attitudes influenced economic trajectories and shaped the national character during this period.
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- 1981
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- 300-350
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