From Prospect, for more than a century, Americans have seen Britain as tired and broken. But some of them now think that the old dynamism and iconoclasm has returned. If Britain really is back, it will be another test for the special relationship. A review of Old World, New World: The Story of Britain and America by Kathleen Burk (and more and more). Although Britain’s capital is now a residence of choice for the savvy global billionaire because of its light tax regime and proximity to Europe, its real wealth lies in its less well-known multimillionaires. Will hunters ever pack it in? A review of Blood Sport: Hunting in Britain Since 1066 by Emma Griffin. The Welsh language is steeped in culture and tradition stretching back to the sixth century, but the battle for its continued existence is raging. Wales has been enjoying a revival of its native tongue, driven chiefly by those in rural areas, but some fear it could foster division and resentment.  A review of How the Irish Invented Slang: The Secret Language of the Crossroads by Daniel Cassidy.