{"title":"Brad Beaven","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the esteemed author, Brad Beaven. Specialising in the realms of history and military, Beaven's insightful books provide a profound exploration into the societal dynamics of Britain’s past. His notable work, \u003cem\u003eLeisure, Citizenship and Working–Class Men in Britain, 1850–1940\u003c\/em\u003e, takes you on a compelling journey through the intersection of leisure and the development of citizenship among the working-class men of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrad Beaven's research delves deep into the social and cultural evolution of Britain, enriching our understanding of how historical contexts shaped modern identities and communities. Perfect for both history enthusiasts and scholars, Beaven’s works combine thorough research with engaging narratives, making complex historical themes accessible to all readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this category to discover how Brad Beaven sheds light on the past, drawing connections that reveal the nuanced tapestry of British history. Whether you are expanding your knowledge or embarking on a new learning journey, Beaven’s books offer a unique perspective that is both educational and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leisure-citizenship-and-workingclass-men-in-britain-18501940-by-brad-beaven-9780719060281","title":"Leisure, Citizenship and Working–Class Men in Britain, 1850–1940","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the bawdy audience of a Victorian Penny Gaff to the excitable crowd of an early twentieth-century football match, working-class male leisure proved to be a contentious issue for contemporary observers. For middle-class social reformers from across the political spectrum, the spectacle of popular leisure offered a view of working-class habits and a means by which lifestyles and behaviour could be assessed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the mid-Victorians, gingerly stepping into a new mass democratic age, the desire to create a bond between the recently enfranchised male worker and the nation was more important than ever. This trend continued as those in governance perceived that 'good' leisure and citizenship could fend off challenges to social stability such as imperial decline, the mass degenerate city, hooliganism, civic and voter apathy, and fascism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThus, between 1850 and 1945, the issue of male leisure became enmeshed with changing contemporary debates on the encroaching mass society and its implications for good citizenry. Working-class culture has often been depicted as an atomised and fragmented entity lacking any significant cultural contestation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on a wealth of primary and secondary source material, \u003cem\u003eLeisure, Citizenship and Working–Class Men in Britain, 1850–1940\u003c\/em\u003e powerfully challenges these recent assumptions and places social class centre stage once more. Arguing that there was a remarkable continuity in male working-class culture between 1850 and 1945, Beaven contends that despite changing socio-economic contexts, male working-class culture continued to draw from a tradition of active participation and cultural contestation that was both class and gender exclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lively and readable book draws from fascinating accounts from those who participated in and observed contemporary popular leisure, making it of importance to students and teachers of social history, popular culture, urban history, historical geography, historical sociology, and cultural studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849464205548,"sku":"9780719060281","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27817843482443.jpg?v=1759046169"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/brad-beaven.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}