{"title":"Corinne Fowler","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Corinne Fowler, a distinguished author renowned for her insightful contributions to history and military literature. Fowler's works are a blend of incisive critique and engaging storytelling, offering readers a fresh perspective on Britain's complex cultural landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer noteworthy book, \u003cem\u003eOur Island Stories\u003c\/em\u003e, stands out as a significant exploration of the narratives that have shaped Britain's national identity. With meticulous research and a nuanced understanding of history, Fowler delves into the intersection of race, ethnicity, and national heritage, prompting readers to reconsider familiar stories and uncover new dimensions of British history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCorinne Fowler's writing encourages an inclusive examination of history, making her works essential for anyone interested in understanding the intricate tapestry of Britain's past. Whether you're a history enthusiast or new to military literature, her books promise a thought-provoking and enlightening reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"our-island-stories-by-corinne-fowler-9780241561638","title":"Our Island Stories","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new story of rural Britain and its colonial past, through a series of country walks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe countryside is almost sacred to many Britons. There is a depth of feeling about rural places, the moors and lochs, valleys and mountains, cottages and country houses. Yet the British countryside, so integral to our national identity, is rarely seen as having anything to do with British colonialism. In \u003cem\u003eOur Island Stories\u003c\/em\u003e, historian Corinne Fowler brings rural life and colonial rule together, with transformative results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough ten country walks with varied companions, Fowler combines local and global history, connecting the Cotswolds to Calcutta, Dolgellau to Virginia, and Grasmere to Canton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmpire transformed rural lives—whether in Welsh sheep farms or Cornish copper mines, it offered both opportunity and exploitation. Fowler shows how the booming profits of overseas colonial activities directly contributed to enclosure, land clearances and dispossession. These histories, usually considered separately, continue to link the lives of their descendants now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo give an honest account, to offer both affection and criticism, is a matter of respect—we should not knowingly tell half a history. This new knowledge of our island stories, once gained, can only deepen Britons' relationship with their beloved landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338525429996,"sku":"9780241561638","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780241561638.jpg?v=1743740280"},{"product_id":"our-island-stories-by-corinne-fowler-9780141999838","title":"Our Island Stories","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new story of rural Britain and its colonial past, through a series of country walks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe countryside is almost sacred to many Britons. There is a depth of feeling about rural places, the moors and lochs, valleys and mountains, cottages and country houses. 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