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First published in 1984, The Context of British Politics is a comprehensive introductory text on British politics which takes a radically different approach from that of standard institutional texts. The author argues that in order to grasp the full significance of contemporary British politics, it is vital that students understand the social, economic and global context in which it operates. He guides the reader systematically through a range of social and economic factors, tracing the origins of political issues, the distribution of political resources, the character of political groups and the nature of dominant political beliefs and factions.
The book provides a clear and highly readable introduction to the capitalist world economy, to the weakness of British industrial capital, the political influence of labour and capital, and to the political impact of social inequality, gender discrimination and racial tension on modern Britain. It uses this material to explain the nature of the contemporary crisis of both major parties, and of the state. This book is a must read for students of British politics.
Contents
List of Figures List of Tables List of Abbreviations Acknowledgements Preface 1. Introduction Part I: The Economic Context of British Politics 2. The Character of the World Order 3. The Weakness of British Economy 4. The Political Power of Capital 5. The Political Power of Organised Labour Part II: The Social Context of British Politics 6. Class and Politics in Contemporary Britain 7. The Position and Interests of White Males in the Class Structure 8. Gender, Race and Religion in British Social Formation 9. Social Stability and Hegemonic Politics Part III: Political Options for the Contemporary State 10. Function, Form and Crisis in the Contemporary British State 11. The Repressive State and the Construction of the Progressive Alternative Notes and References Suggested Reading Index
