Sam Wetherell, "Liverpool and the Unmaking of Britain" (Bloomsbury, 2025)
New Books in Critical Theory
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Liverpool: A Blueprint of History and Change
This chapter explores the rich and often overlooked history of Liverpool, emphasizing its unique socio-economic role in Britain's narrative. It examines the city's evolution, from trade and Irish nationalism to its multicultural identity, and the implications of obsolescence on its built environment. By using Liverpool as a case study, the discussion illuminates broader themes of surplus populations and state interventions in post-war Britain.
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