Title: "The autobiography of a nation"
Description: This study of the 1951 Festival of Britain examines how Britain and Britishness were portrayed in the exhibitions and events, covering the festival's history, historiography and purpose, representations of the future and past, the role of London and the 'local', and the British Empire and legacy.
Subjects: British Arts, Civilization, Exhibitions, Festival of Britain (1951), Festivals, History, Great britain, social life and customs, Festival of Britain (1951 : Great Britain)
Places: Great Britain
Time periods: 1945-, 20th century