Biographical Dictionary of British Prime Ministers (Paperback)

A sequential set of biographical essays on every Prime Minister from Sir Robert Walpole to Tony Blair by a distinguished collection of historians, 46 in all. Each entry contains essential reference material and a cogent discussion of the most recent historical scholarship surrounding the subject, making the whole volume essential reading for any student of modern British political history since 1721. (Kirkus UK)

"The Biographical Dictionary of British Prime Ministers" is a wide-ranging, comprehensive guide to the political lives of Britain's Prime Ministers from Sir Robert Walpole to Tony Blair. Written by some of the leading authorities on British politics this authoritative dictionary provides essential information about each premiership, including facts and analytical debate. In addition to brief biographical information outlining career history and important dates and events, each entry contains a brief summary of the Prime Minister's significance and peculiarities, followed by a more descriptive and interpretative account of his or her political life and influence on British politics. Entries also include references and further reading.
"The Biographical Dictionary of British Prime Ministers" addresses many of the key themes to understanding the role and impact of particular prime ministers such as: the political context; party management and reform; intra-party intellectual debate; and where relevant the evolution of the office of prime minister.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	August 1998
First published:	1998
Editors:	Robert Eccleshall • Graham Walker
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 33mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	448
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-18721-3
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Historical, political & military Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Central government > General Books > Biography > Historical, political & military Promotions
LSN:	0-415-18721-4
Barcode:	9780415187213

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