Description
Book Synopsis
What does it mean to be English? What does it mean to be British? Is the cross of St George a proud symbol of a great tradition, or the badge of a neo-Nazi? In a world where British citizens can lay bombs to kill their countrymen, where religious fundamentalism is on the increase and where the BNP are somehow part of the democratic process, what does patriotism actually mean?
Our identity can change depending on what company we are in. For example, someone could describe themselves British to one person, Scottish to another and, say, a Londoner to another, and be right every time. But problems arise when someone tries to tell you what you are, based on your skin tone, religion, accent, surname, or whatever.
This book is Billy Bragg''s urgent, eloquent and passionate response to the events of 7 July 2005, when four bombs tore through a busy morning in London, killing 52 innocent people and injuring many more.
A firm believer in toleration and diversity, he felt him
Trade Review
An intriguing and timely book, which opens a new angle on the debate of what it means to be British and a patriot * Daily Express *
Charming and engaging...
The Progressive Patriot flows with integrity and commitment * The Independent *
Whatever your views, there is much to be inspired by here, and much you will want to rant right back at. * Sunday Telegraph *
