An important examination of how and why Brexit, Trump, and the rise of the far right have happened, and the consequences for us all.Brexit reflected perhaps the biggest vote of no confidence in the political establishment in modern British history. Despite the vote leading to shock and dismay across the globe, this backlash against the political elite had been decades in the making. But how did we get here?In his important book, Paul Stocker examines how ideas of the far rightalways a fringe movement in Britainhave become part of the cultural and political mainstream, especially via a noxious right-wing press, and how these issues are not unique to Britain. Rather, the growth of far-right populism is a Western phenomenon, and one with trends that can be witnessed across Europe, as well as the US. Ultimately, "mainstreaming" this racism has combined with populisma growing sense that the political elite does not understand or represent the needs of ordinary Britonswhich culminated in Brexit.
This is an essential accessory for travellers of all ages.The main section of the book consists of phrases and sentences organised in a way which will make it easy for you to select the items which will say what you want to say.The pronunciation guide at the start of the book will help you get the general rules and all the French words in the book have an anglicised version to help you with the specifics.There are useful everyday phrases which you can use in a variety of situations, followed by sections which give you all the vocabulary you might need in particular circumstances, such as accommodation, eating and drinking and getting around.Throughout there are useful tips for the traveller, to help you get the most out of your trip.Finally, there is an alphabetical dictionary, so you can look up words quickly, as and when the need arises.