Dogwhistles and Figleaves explores ways in which political discourse in recent years has become more openly racist, and accepting of wildly implausible conspiracy theories. Jennifer Saul shows how two linguistic devices, dogwhistles and figleaves, have played a crucial role in this, and have exploited and widened existing divisions in society.
In association with the Imperial War Museum this is a brand new edition of this popular title. Using the soldiers' own words to tell the story of the British Soldier.
Wellington is a giant because he was one of the greatest military commanders in British history, an important figure in the emergence of Britain as a great imperial power, a man who dominated British society and politics for 35 years.
Jennifer Saul presents an analysis of the distinction between lying to others and misleading them, which sheds light on key debates in philosophy of language and tackles the widespread moral preference for misleading over lying. She establishes a new view on the moral significance of the distinction, and explores a range of historical cases.
The First World War was one of the seminal events in world history. This book offers a perspective on the world's first truly global conflict. It traces its history through the examination of iconic items which tell the poignant stories of individuals and official documents, medals and badges.
A selection of Gary Sheffield's most important essays on the British army in the Great War * An original perspective on the organization and experience of war on the Western Front
The book delves into the nuanced differences between lying and misleading, offering a thorough examination of their implications in the philosophy of language. Jennifer Saul challenges common moral assumptions that favor misleading over outright lying, presenting a fresh perspective on the ethical significance of this distinction. Through historical case studies, she enriches the discussion, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding truthfulness and deception.
A concise account of the most famous battle of the First World War, by a leading military academic and expert on the conflict.
Organized around key practical issues, this introduction to feminist philosophy presents clear arguments for various feminist positions, supported by contemporary empirical research. It is designed to be accessible to readers with no prior knowledge of feminism or philosophy, making it appealing to a broad audience. The clarity of the narrative ensures that complex ideas are conveyed effectively, stimulating interest in feminist thought.