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understand what has made the country and the people
learn how the country works today
get more out of your studies and visits

Are fish and chips really the favourite food of the English? Who were the Suffragettes? What is the difference between England and Britain? What is Elton John’s real name? Teach Yourself World Cultures: England answers these questions, and many more, in a concise and lively overview of England: the country, its language, its people, their way of life and culture and what makes them tick.

If you are studying for examinations which require a knowledge of the background of England and its civilisation, or if you are learning the language, in, for example, an evening class and want to know more about the country and how it works, this is the book for you. If your job involves travel and business relations, it will provide valuable and practical information about the ways and customs of the people you are working with. Or if you simply have an interest in England for whatever reason, it will broaden your knowledge about the country and its inhabitants.

Richard Haill, co-author, is Senior Lecturer, School of Languages and Deputy Head of the International Centre for English Language Studies at Oxford Brookes University.

Seamus O'Riordan, co-author, is Lecturer in English as a Foreign Language, School of Oriental and African Studies, London University.