Comentario: The seventh edition of this highly-praised textbook has been substantially updated and revised to provide students of British studies with the perfect introduction to Britain, its country and people, politics and government, education, economy, media, arts and religion. It includes: * discussion of recent developments and areas of topical interest in British society such as immigration, the recession, devolution and Britain's relationships with the US and the EU, and coverage of the 2010 election * new full colour illustrations * exercises and questions to stimulate class discussion * insights into the attitudes of British people today towards important issues * updated suggestions for further reading and useful websites * a fully updated companion website featuring further exercises, links to relevant articles and videos online, and quiz questions.