Britain Today: Part I
Do the moral and cultural values which sustained Britain during World War II still exist today? David Pryce-Jones looks at the outward indicators-”and the realities they disguise-”to answer this urgent question.
Britain Today: Part II
About a century ago, the term “man of letters” was in Britain replaced by “intellectual.” Daniel Johnson examines the difference between the two, and what that difference says about the state of the life of the (British) mind.
Britain Today: Part III
The British are experiencing a collective identity crisis. John O’Sullivan explains why, and why halting its progress is the surest way to protect Britain from decline.
Britain Today: Part IV
The recent referendums in France and Holland rejecting the proposed EU constitution are not a setback but the possible salvation of Europe. Rodney Leach explains why.
Britain Today: Part V
On some British virtues, once commonplace, that are today increasingly hard to find.
Britain Today: Part VI
The Church of England is under assault-”and the enemies are within. Peter Mullen, Chaplain to the Stock Exchange, tells us why the “whole institution is like a psychotic kindergarten,” and what must be done about it.
Britain Today: Part VII
Kenneth Minogue explores the moral life, or lack thereof, of modern Britain, and how it differs from that of past generations.
Britain Today: Part VIII
How the English-speaking world is-and isn’t-celebrating Admiral Nelson’s famous victory.
Britain Today: Part IX
An amusing look at some of the unusual Americans who have called London home.
Notes & Comments
“Oh, to be in England…”
by The Editors
On the contents and purpose of our special section on “Britain today.”