Pomp and Circumstance : Why Britain's Traditions Matter

and presented the Jewelled Sword of Offering to King Charles III at his coronation, examines areas of traditional British culture -including the monarchy, Parliament, the law, sport and local traditions, as well as values such as sacrifice, courage and remembrance -to show how a country often thought of as old-fashioned actually uses its historical conventions to navigate the future.Far from being a brake on progress, our traditions offer a predictable rhythm to life, promote values, encourage reflection and create a sense of continuity while allowing room for innovation and growth. [Publisher's text]

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