Political Science
Plato's Republic is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential works in the history of philosophy. Presented in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and three other political thinkers, it is an inquiry into the notion of a perfect community and the ideal individual within it.
Republic contains crucial arguments and insights into many other areas of political philosophy.
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321.07 PLA in the Politics section of the Philosophy shelves in the Library
Based on studies and trials from around the globe, this hugely influential manifesto presents the practical case for a true democracy – one that actually works.
This book will help students in their studies on Democracy.
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POL PSC REY in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
The Prince is a 16th-century political treatise written by Italian diplomat and political theorist Niccolò Machiavelli as an instruction guide for new princes and royals. The general theme of The Prince is of accepting that the aims of princes – such as glory and survival – can justify the use of immoral means to achieve those ends.
A guide on how to seize, exercise and keep power.
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POL PTH MAC in the Politics section of the Political Theory shelves in the Library
Britain Since 1945 is the established standard textbook on contemporary British political history since the end of World War II.
This chronological survey discusses domestic policy and politics in particular, but also covers external and international relations, and will give you useful context for your British politics studies.
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POL PSC CHI in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This book studies the ancient meaning of constitution and how Britain's has changed since 1997. It also provides a detailed description of Britain's political structure, its limitations and how that structure is practically sustained.
Essential reading for anyone with an interest in the nature and future of British political life.
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342.41KIN in the Politics section of the Non-Fiction shelves in the Library
A detailed look into where Capitalism began and what it looks like today.
An accessible read that includes timelines and summaries of information, key players, thinkers and leaders.
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330 DOW in the Politics section of the Non-Fiction shelves in the Library
This acclaimed book provides a topical and contextual outline of the principles, doctrines and institutions that underpin the United Kingdom constitution.
A detailed read for anyone coming to the subject for the first time, to develop a clear and informed view of how the constitution is arranged and how it operates.
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POL PSC LEY in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Bowling Alone warns Americans that their stock of "social capital" has been accelerating down. Putnam draws on evidence that includes nearly half a million interviews conducted over a quarter of a century in America, to shows how changes in work, family structure, age, suburban life, television, computers, women's roles and other factors are isolating Americans from each other in a trend whose reflection can clearly be seen in British society.
A powerful book packed with information about the social and political habits of twentieth-century Americans.
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POL PSC PUT in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
An Introduction to Antonio Gramsci retraces the trajectory of Gramsci's life, before examining his conceptions of culture, politics and philosophy.
It will help give an insight into the concept of hegemony, public intellectuals and the power of culture.
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POL PSC HOA in the Political Science section in Politics
Ideas from a progressive perspective about how to improve our world.
This will help gain insight into the more progressive aspects of the soft-left in the UK.
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POL PSC MIL in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
A look into the life and politics of Ed Miliband - leader of the Labour party between 2010-2015.
This book will help you understand the Labour party in the early 2010s and its leader.
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POL PSC HAS in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
A collection of quotes from UKIP leader, Nigel Farage, up until February 2015.
This book offers a selection of Farage's most controversial quotes as well as the heated responses they have generated.
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POL PSC LID in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This is the story of the events, personalities, defeats and victories which will be familiar to all those who lived through them, but seen through a new lens. It is also an argument about how Thatcher's legacy has continued down to the present. Not just John Major, but Tony Blair and Gordon Brown are her heirs and acolytes. And as the Conservative party reinvents itself as a viable political force once again, is the age of Thatcher finally over?
1970s and 1980s Britain, under both Conservative and Labour governments, has been dominated by one figure - Margaret Thatcher.
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POL PSC JEN in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This first volume of Margaret Thatcher's memoirs, which encompasses the entirety of her career as Prime Minister.
Margaret Thatcher was the towering figure of late-twentieth-century British politics. This is the story of her remarkable life in her own words.
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POL PSC THA in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Drawing extensively on political memoirs, Thatcher and Thatcherism surveys the origins and impact of 'Thatcherism' as a cultural construct and an economic creed.
This interesting take on Thatcher's career and her legacy is a must-read.
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POL PSC EVA in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Biography about the prime minister who succeeded Margaret Thatcher in 1990 and served until 1997.
Privatisation of British Rail and coal industries; the early 1990s recession; and Black Wednesday are just some of the events and policies included in this insightful biography.
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POL PSC TAY in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This book surveys the state of British politics over the last fifty years and charts the changes in the central features of the British system of government and the types of individuals who become politicians.
Aimed at sixth-formers studying politics, this book will help you understand the system of British politics since 1945.
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POL PSC RID in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This book provides a concise introductory account of the Labour Party from its foundation up to Tony Blair's leadership, and the subsequent redrafting of the party's statement of aims in its constitution.
This book provides the essential background for an understanding of current politics.
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POL PSC REI in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Analysing the views of a range of historians, this book considers the policies, controversies and events in British politics between 1914-1995.
Aspects of British Political History 1914-1995 examines all the major themes, personalities and issues of this important period in a clear and digestible form.
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POL PSC LEE in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Picking up the story in dramatic fashion on 11 September 2001, Seldon brings us right up to date as Blair hands over the reins to his arch-rival, Gordon Brown.
A fascinating and revealing look into the life and politics of Tony Blair post-9/11.
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POL PSC SEL in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Tony Blair's memoirs reveal in intimate detail this unique political and personal journey, providing an insight into the man, the politician and the statesman, and charting successes, controversies and disappointments with an extraordinary candour.
This book is essential and compulsive reading for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of our global world.
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POL PSC BLA in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Biography of the last British Prime Minister of the 20th Century.
A great quick read for anyone wanting to understand more about one of the most controversial prime ministers of the last century.
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POL PSC TEM in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Charts the rise of New Labour and the tumultuous years of Tony Blair's leadership. This title covers the crises and scandals, the rows and resignations, and, the ups and downs of Britain's hothouse politics.
It covers defining events from Labour's new dawn to the War on Terror.
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POL PSC CAM in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
"Peter Mandelson is one of the most influential politicians of modern times. The Third Man is his story – of a life played out in the backroom and then on the frontline of the Labour Party during its unprecedented three terms in government."
Containing a mixture of autobiography, personal reflection and political history, The Third Man draws heavily on detailed diary notes that Peter Mandelson took during the events, discussions and meetings that shaped the government and the Labour Party over 25 years.
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POL PSC MAN in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
This is the story of Osborne and the era he helped to shape.
His story is the story of the past two decades of British politics, from the revival of the Tories to the reformation of the state.
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POL PSC GAN in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
The first major biography of the Conservative Party's dynamic new leader.
Written in 2007, this biography considers Cameron as a the potential successor of Gordon Brown and what it would mean to have a Tory back as Prime Minister.
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POL PSC ELL in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Charmley examines the history of the party and takes the story through the recent 'wilderness years' following the 1997 election fiasco, right up to David Cameron's leadership.
This engaging read considers some of the pivotal moments in the history of the Conservative party.
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POL PSC CHA in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
Spanning the early days of the coalition to a bitterly contested general election, and ending with the astonishing EU Referendum story, ‘Cameron at 10’ tells the full story of a momentous premiership.
With insights into his relationships with EU leaders, the Brexit camp and Barack Obama, this is the essential blueprint for understanding the rise and fall of the Cameron government.
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POL PSC SEL in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
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POL PSC JON in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
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POL PSC PUR in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library
A biography of venture capitalist and entrepreneur Peter Thiel, the enigmatic, controversial, and hugely influential power broker who sits at the dynamic intersection of tech, business, and politics
Eye-opening and deeply reported, The Contrarian is a revelatory biography of a one-of-a-kind leader and an incisive portrait of a tech industry whose explosive growth and power is both thrilling and fraught with controversy.
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POL PSC CHA in the Politics section of the Political Science shelves in the Library