Glossary of UK Government and Politics
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- ISBN 9780748625550
- Dimensions: 129 x 198mm
- Publication Date: 26 Oct 2007
- Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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A Glossary of UK Government and Politics is a handy reference guide to the events, personnel, policies and institutions relevant to the government and politics of the United Kingdom. It includes a series of authoritative definitions and explanations and sharp vignettes of some of the leading characters who have graced the political scene in recent years. It is ideal for students who come across references which are new to them and on which they want or need to know more. The entries are accessible and manageable, yet sufficiently informative, offering basic details and something more by way of interpretation and insight into basic arguments and current controversies.Key Features:• Cross-referencing allows readers to find related definitions with ease• Accessible definitions assume no prior knowledge• Offers flashes of insight to key figures and events• Definitions are of a meaningful yet manageable length
Duncan Watts has wide experience of teaching and examining, both in Modern History and Government and Politics. Formerly a Head of Department in both Grammar and Comprehensive schools, and Editor of the Politics Association Resource Centre, he is now involved in some part-time tutoring at 'A' Level, but much of his time is spent in writing on aspects of modern political development. Among several other publications, he has written widely on citizenship, political communication, the European Union and American government and politics, as well as producing an extensive range of teaching materials. He is the series editor of Politics Study Guides (EUP).
