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46. Culture Wars artwork
The Rest Is HistoryApr 26, 2021
46. Culture Wars
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“Robert Toombs argues in his book, The English and Their History, that English politics specifically has always had this culture war dimension.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: culture wars in politics
For: Individuals interested in political history and cultural studies.
Key quote: “Robert Toombs argues in his book, The English and Their History.”
The host references Robert Toombs' book to illustrate how English politics has historically been intertwined with cultural and religious conflicts. This connection highlights the ongoing nature of culture wars in British society, suggesting that contemporary issues are rooted in historical debates.
4. We’re all so 17th Century artwork
The Rest Is HistoryNov 9, 2020
4. We’re all so 17th Century
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“The book discusses British politics as a huge argument about the meaning of the 17th century, linking historical divisions to modern political alignments.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: British politics and history
For: Historians and political enthusiasts
Key quote: “he basically argues that British politics is a huge argument about the meaning of the 17th century.”
The host mentions 'The English and Their History' to illustrate how contemporary British politics can be traced back to the ideological battles of the 17th century. The book provides a framework for understanding the historical roots of modern political divisions, particularly in the context of Brexit.