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The culture of the United Kingdom is influenced by its combined nations' history, its Christian religious life, its interaction with the cultures of Europe, the individual cultures of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and the impact of the British Empire. The culture of the United Kingdom may also colloquially be referred to as ...
In 2005, some 206,000 books were published in the United Kingdom and in 2006 it was the largest publisher of books in the world. [70] The Royal Society of Literature was founded in 1820, by King George IV, to "reward literary merit and excite literary talent". The society is a cultural tenant at London's Somerset House. [71]
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The Union Jack, in addition to being the flag of the United Kingdom, also serves as one of the most potent symbols of Britishness. [1]British national identity is a term referring to the sense of national identity, as embodied in the shared and characteristic culture, languages and traditions, [2] of the British people.
English folklore consists of the myths and legends of England, including the region's mythical creatures, traditional recipes, urban legends, proverbs, superstitions, dance, balladry, and folktales that have been passed down through generations, reflecting the cultural heritage of the country.
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1. The Holiday Season Doesn’t Start Until the Christmas Adverts Do. In some countries, the holiday season kicks off on advent Sunday and for many Americans, it begins as soon as the last slice ...
Bachelor's Day (tradition) Bhangra (music) BIT (alternative information centre) Blue Peter badge; Body piercing regulation in the UK; Brexit in popular culture; British comedy; British country clothing; British diaspora; British Music Hall Society; British National Day; British national identity; British philosophy; British Rail sandwich ...