'Perfidious Albion' - Britain and the Spanish Civil War

by Paul Preston

Book Overview

This collection of essays by Paul Preston, the preeminent historian of modern Spain, falls broadly into three parts.
The book's title reflects the first three chapters that deal with the hypocrisy and prejudice of British foreign policy towards the Spanish Republic, greatly influenced by the right-wing diplomats Norman King and Sir Henry Chilton.

Their attitude contrasts sharply with the selfless humanitarian efforts of medical personnel...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 191369335X
• ISBN13: 9781913693350
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Clapton Press Limited
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"