Celebrities, heroes and champions examines the popular politician in British and Irish society from the Napoleonic Wars to the Second Reform Act. Covering a range of political movements, it offers a unique perspective on contemporary political culture including the connections between popular politics and an evolving culture of celebrity.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Intro -- Front Matter -- Half Title Page -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Figures -- Acknowledgements -- List of abbreviations -- Introduction -- Building reputations: the path to renown -- The people's champions -- Heroes and hero-worship -- Celebrities -- The private lives of agitators -- Romantic revolutionaries -- Conclusion -- Select bibliography -- Index
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