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Government and Politics in Britain
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Description| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons (UK) |
| Author(s) | John Kingdom / Paul Fairclough |
| Edition | 1 |
| Published | 14th February 2014 |
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The long-awaited fourth edition of this hugely popular textbook
offers a uniquely comprehensive and illuminating introduction to
government and politics in Britain today.
Set against the turbulent background of a world in economic,
ideological and religious flux, the book analyses key developments
in twenty-first-century British politics ? from the collapse
of the longest-serving Labour government to the challenges posed by
coalition politics and the decline of public trust in the ruling
class. At the heart of the analysis is the issue of power: what is
it and who has it?
Fully revised and updated throughout, its 24 chapters explore
issues at the cutting edge of political change and debate in
Britain, including:
Each chapter concludes with a summary, a set of key terms and
concepts, questions for discussion, weblinks, and a guide to
further reading, plus suggestions for novels, plays and films that
will mix the business of study with pleasure and illustrate how
politics affects most aspects of our lives.
Widely acknowledged for its sharply critical edge and capacity to
enthuse students, Government and Politics in Britain goes
beyond mere facts to challenge conventional orthodoxies. Blending
penetrating analysis with a witty and thought-provoking style, it
will be essential reading for all students new to this
fascinating and important subject.
offers a uniquely comprehensive and illuminating introduction to
government and politics in Britain today.
Set against the turbulent background of a world in economic,
ideological and religious flux, the book analyses key developments
in twenty-first-century British politics ? from the collapse
of the longest-serving Labour government to the challenges posed by
coalition politics and the decline of public trust in the ruling
class. At the heart of the analysis is the issue of power: what is
it and who has it?
Fully revised and updated throughout, its 24 chapters explore
issues at the cutting edge of political change and debate in
Britain, including:
- Challenges to the unity of the UK and increasing uncertainty
over its world role - Disillusionment with traditional politics
- Changing patterns of political communication
- Identity crises within the political parties
- Threats facing the traditional institutions of government
- Tensions posed by austerity, social unrest and a growing gap
between rich and poor
Each chapter concludes with a summary, a set of key terms and
concepts, questions for discussion, weblinks, and a guide to
further reading, plus suggestions for novels, plays and films that
will mix the business of study with pleasure and illustrate how
politics affects most aspects of our lives.
Widely acknowledged for its sharply critical edge and capacity to
enthuse students, Government and Politics in Britain goes
beyond mere facts to challenge conventional orthodoxies. Blending
penetrating analysis with a witty and thought-provoking style, it
will be essential reading for all students new to this
fascinating and important subject.
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