<p>This introduction to British society and culture is a joint venture between Danish and Norwegian writers. The focus is on understanding the main features of contemporary British society through discussions of political, historical and cultural processes.</p><br/><p>The book <strong>Modern Britain </strong>is primarily aimed at Scandinavian students of English and students engaged in the study of the cultures and histories of the British Isles. It may be used as a set text for foundation and Bachelor level students of British culture, civilisation, history and social sciences.</p><br/><p>Important topics:</p><br/><ul><br/> <li>The Union and British identities </li><br/> <li>Social cohesion </li><br/> <li>Politics </li><br/> <li>Britain in the world </li><br/> <li>Multicultural Britain</li><br/></ul>