British Politics Since 1945
British Politics Since 1945
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Offers a concise survey of British politics from the end of World War II up to the end of the 1980s. The author argues that "consensus politics" has looked increasingly fragile, and shows how in a changing world it has given way to a new style of politics in Britain.
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British Politics Since 1945 by David Dutton
The application of the 30-year rule to government archives, together with the publication of numerous detailed memoirs and diaries, has enabled the political history of Britain since 1945 to become a legimate area of historical debate. This book offers a clear and concise survey of British politics from the end of World War II up to end of the 1980s. It synthesizes the growing debate over "consensus politics" - the notion that for approximately a quarter of a century after 1945 there existed a broad measure of agreement between the major political parties about the role and objectives of government and the fundamental bases of domestic and foreign policy. The author argues that from 1970 this consensus has looked increasingly fragile, and shows how in a changing world it has given way to a new style of politics in Britain. He analyzes the reasons for its breakdown, reflecting in conclusion on the possibility of a new consensus arising from the ashes of the old.
David Dutton is Professor of History at Liverpool University and is an expert on the politics of the Conservative Party. His previous books include His Majesty's Loyal Opposition: Unionist Party in Opposition 1905-15; Austen Chamberlain: Gentleman in Politics; Anthony Eden: a Life and Reputation; Neville Chamberlain; and A History of the Liberal Party in the Twentieth Century.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780631162780 |
| ISBN 10 | 063116278X |
| Title | British Politics Since 1945 |
| Author | David Dutton |
| Series | Historical Association Studies |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley and Sons Ltd |
| Year published | 1991-03-28 |
| Number of pages | 100 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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