British Politics: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides) - Softcover

Grayson, Richard S

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9781851687688: British Politics: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides)

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ISBN 10: 1851687688 ISBN 13: 9781851687688

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2010

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Parliament is reeling from the expenses scandal, and an increasingly apathetic public can see no difference between Labour, Tory, and the Liberal Democrats. In British Politics: A Beginner's Guide, Richard Grayson asks if the blame for this lies at Westminster, or if we actually get the politicians we deserve. Covering the structure of the British government, the Civil Service, political parties, the media, the EU, and the 'special relationship' with the US, this incisive introduction reveals the complex interactions that determine everything from the taxes we pay to when we should put out the wheelie bin.

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Review:

"A highly readable and informative introduction to British politics since 1945."

(James Panton - Lecturer in Politics, St John's College, University of Oxford)

"Fresh and accessible. Grayson manages to convey with clarity some of the vital issues and writes with one eye on the current mood of cynicism about politics and politicians. An excellent starting-point."

(Michael Kenny - Professor of Politics, University of Sheffield)

"Grayson combines personal insights with historical and academic context to map out why we should all care about British politics."

(Mark Bennister - Teahcing Fellow in British Politics, University College London)

Book Description:

The first introductory book to tackle the coalition and electoral reform

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