The study of prime ministers and the reforms of British central government in any era are fascinating. The interaction between the temporary, often inexperienced, but largely elected ministers and the experienced, but theoretically subservient, senior civil servants provides enormous interest. It is a matter that relates directly to many of the battles going on in British politics today. This book concentrates on the Harold Macmillan, Harold Wilson, Alec Douglas-Home and Edward Heath years when the battle between the Civil Service and the Government was at its most intense. What makes this book even more compelling is that many of the key players have given their own published accounts since leaving office - including Richard Crossman, Barbara Castle and Tony Benn. Dr Jon Davis` book is based on years of meticulous research and it will be essential reading for any historian or student of British politics during the post-war years.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
ISBN-13
9781847251695
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95645291
Product Key Features
Author
Dr Jon Davis
Publication Name
Prime Ministers and Whitehall 1960-74
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Government, Politics, History
Publication Year
2007
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
234mm
Item Width
156mm
Item Weight
300g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Dr Jon Davis
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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