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Title:
British politics : a very short introduction / Tony Wright.
Author:
Wright, Anthony, 1948- author.
Publication Information:
Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2013.
Call Number:
JN231 .W75 2013
Abstract:
From ideas to institutions, and from whips to spin, this Very Short Introduction is a fascinating account of the British political system. As a former Member of Parliament, Tony Wright combines academic expertise with insider knowledge to produce this unique look at British politics today. In this new edition, which is brought right up-to-date and includes a new final chapter, Wright provides a compelling portrait of the distinctive character and evolution of the British political tradition, in light of recent developments and current issues, he also asks some challenging questions about the future prospects of politics in Britain. -- from book flap.
Edition:
2 edition, fully updated new edition.
ISBN:
9780199661107
Series:
Very short introductions ; 92

Very short introductions ; 92.
Physical Description:
xiv, 131 pages : illustrations ; 18 cm.
General Note:
Previous edition: 2003.
Contents:
The Britishness of British politics -- The constitution : old and new -- Arguing : the political conversation -- Governing : the strong centre? -- Representing : is the party over? -- Accounting : heckling the steamroller? -- The end of British politics?
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