AS UK Government and Politics 4th Edition

AS UK Government and Politics 4th Edition

by PaulFairclough (Author), EricMagee (Editor), PhilipLynch (Author)

Synopsis

Get the most up-to-date commentary on British politics in a coalition government, with this completely revised edition of our best selling politics textbook. The textbook covers the key topics for all exam boards, combining informed discussion with the latest facts and figures. It also presents an appropriate analysis of politics today compared with previous years, showing the dynamism of UK politics. - Extend your knowledge and improve key skills with comprehensive coverage of the latest developments in British politics including devolution and the EU, re-emergence of referendums, Labour's and coalition reforms, increased conflicts between judiciary and the executive, direct action and protests, and the reality of coalition government - Definitions of key terms and concepts help to clarify knowledge and understanding of political language - Exam focus sections at the end of each chapter and online at www.hodderplus.co.uk/philipallan, test and develop your understanding of key topics - New 'Activity', 'Stretch and Challenge' and 'Viewpoint' boxes throughout the text help to develop key analysis and evaluation skills, as well as being a good basis for discussion to extend knowledge and debate on controversial questions

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 368
Edition: 4
Publisher: Philip Allan
Published: 30 Aug 2013

ISBN 10: 1444183524
ISBN 13: 9781444183528
Book Overview: Get the most up-to-date commentary on British politics in a coalition government, with this completely revised edition of our best selling politics textbook.

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A sound summary of the key topics required for AS with lots of summary boxes too. I have a lot of these books but, on balance, I would probably say that this was the best. * (Amazon review) *
Author Bio

Philip Lynch is a Senior Lecturer in Politics in the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Leicester and is on the editorial board of Politics Review.

Paul Fairclough is an experienced senior examiner and Head of Politics. He co-authors the UK Government & Politics Annual Update and is a regular contributor to Politics Review.

Eric Magee is an experienced teacher and examiner, editor of Politics Review and series editor for a number of Philip Allan publications.