Britain Since 1945: A Political History

by David Childs (Author)

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  1992

  $3.25

  In this study of post-war Britain, David Childs gives an account of the varying fortunes of the different political parties from 1945 until the present day. This third edition: provides a well-documented framework for students of modern history and politics; extends right up to the last years of Thatcher and the post-Thatcher era; presents detailed analysis of cabinets and the issues they faced; deals with economic problems, industrial relations, the role of women, immigration, education, social policy and the media as well as politics; and includes a series of revised tables covering industrial relations, defence expenditure, the standard of living, energy consumption, the health service and more.

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  2006

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  Bringing the picture right up to date, this sixth edition of the most reliable basic text on recent political history not only discusses domestic policy and politics in particular, but also covers external and international relations.

  New additions for this edition include:

  • a discussion of 11 September 2001
  • the Iraq War and after
  • the election of Iain Duncan Smith and Michael Howard as leaders of the Conservative Party
  • immigration, asylum and identity
  • the wedding of Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles
  • the 2005 election and Blair's standing as Prime Minister
  • the controversy over fox hunting, the Gambling Act and 24-hour drinking
  • the importance of China on the British arena.

  Established and authoritative, this volume is a crucial text for all students of contemporary British history and politics.