Originally published in 1958 and written by a serving M.P. this book discusses the nature and purpose of political activity in the Government of Britain, the Commonwealth and the former British Empire. As politics is closely connected with history and economics, the book makes reference to these subject areas, but in a way that is only necessary to give a lucid introduction to the political problems of the 20th Century. The book was written in such a way as to be particularly useful for the introductory study of government and politics.
Introductory. 1. The Nature of Politics 2. The British Constitution Part 1: Carrying Out the Law: The Government 3. The Monarchy 4. The Queen’s Ministers 5. The Civil Service 6. The Political Activities of Government 7. The Economic Activities of Government 8. The Social Activities of Government Part 2: Making the Law: Parliament and People 9. The Two Houses of Parliament 10. The Work of Parliament 11. The Control of Money 12. The Election of Parliament 13. Party Government 14. Government by the People Part 3: The Judicature 15. Law and the Courts 16. Law, Liberty and Justice Part 4: Local Government 17. The Local Authorities 18. The Social Work of Local Authorities 19. Methods and Problems of Local Government 20. London 21. The Special Features of Scottish Government Part 5: Beyond the United Kingdom 22. From Empire to Commonwealth 23. Commonwealth Constitutions 24. The World 25. Conclusion.
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Biography
Michael Stewart was an M.P. and Cabinet Member of Government.
Original Review of The British Approach to Politics:
‘We consider this the ideal book on citizenship.’ A.M.A
‘This important volume is a book for which there should be big demand.’ Aberdeen Press and Journal.
