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British Politics since 1945 offers a comprehensive overview of postwar British politics ideal for introductory students and general readers alike. The book balances a narrative of the major events and personalities of the postwar political scene with a critical assessment of the recurrent issues and concerns of political debate.

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"Readable and well organised, it is equally suitable for a college course or a popular readership." History: Reviews of New Books

Table of Contents
Introduction.

1. Achievements to Atrophy under Attlee (1945-51).

2. Peace and Prosperity (1951-1960).

3. 1960-70 Decade of Doubt; Decade of Reform.

4. Careering towards Crisis (1970-1979).

5. Renaissance of the Right (1979-1990).

6. The Pursuit of Post-Thatcherism (1990-1994).

7. Perspectives on British Politics since 1945.

8. Concluding Considerations.

Appendices.

British Politics since 1945

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      Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Publication Date: 31/08/1995
      ISBN13: 9780631190752, 978-0631190752
      ISBN10: 0631190759
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      British Politics since 1945 offers a comprehensive overview of postwar British politics ideal for introductory students and general readers alike. The book balances a narrative of the major events and personalities of the postwar political scene with a critical assessment of the recurrent issues and concerns of political debate.

      Trade Review
      "Readable and well organised, it is equally suitable for a college course or a popular readership." History: Reviews of New Books

      Table of Contents
      Introduction.

      1. Achievements to Atrophy under Attlee (1945-51).

      2. Peace and Prosperity (1951-1960).

      3. 1960-70 Decade of Doubt; Decade of Reform.

      4. Careering towards Crisis (1970-1979).

      5. Renaissance of the Right (1979-1990).

      6. The Pursuit of Post-Thatcherism (1990-1994).

      7. Perspectives on British Politics since 1945.

      8. Concluding Considerations.

      Appendices.

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