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Kate Watson
Kate Watson is a Senior Associate Tutor for Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE), and previously an Associate Lecturer and Moderator for the Open University. She is currently researching politics and identity in Georgian England.
Courses
Why did revolution break out again and again during the tumultuous 17th and 18th centuries? And why did they play such a key role in shaping the very nature of modern western political culture? Explore with us this fascinating topic!
Why were the inter-war years a period of such political extremism and dictatorial rule across Europe?
How has dictatorship shaped the very nature of modern politics and the world today? What role does propaganda really play in the establishment of those dictatorships? If you want to know the answer to these questions and more, join our course!
What is the difference between politics and ideology? Why are people prepared to die, or kill, for an idea? The answers to these questions and more will be explored in this course examining the fascinating roots of modern political ideology.
Have you ever wondered if the American Revolution was more than just heroic American patriots against tyrannical British forces? Then this course is for you, as it takes a deep look at the American revolution and discovers its greyer, more complex sides.
Ever wondered why a liberal revolt in France ended in abject terror? Why the shadow of the guillotine continues to hang over politics today? If so join our course exploring the fascinating and nature of the French revolution’s descent into terror.
Why were the inter-war years a period of such political extremism and dictatorial rule across Europe?
Why were the inter-war years a period of such political extremism and dictatorial rule across Europe?
Why was Georgian England such a rich source of popular media, from the press to satirical caricature? What does that reveal about the changing nature of the Georgian world? We will explore these themes through the captivating eyes of contemporary print.