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From the Nation State to Europe
The relationship between the European Union and its member states is complex and evolving. This book explores not only the nature of this relationship, but also the broader implications of European integration for the ways in which the subject of European politics is studied.
Out of Slavery
Out of Slavery, first published in 1985, is a series of articles commissioned on the 150 year anniversary of William Wilberforce’s death and the Act of Parliament abolishing British slavery in 1833. With the background from which the history of slavery was viewed being radically changed, with decolonisation, the advancement of Human Rights, the economic and social consequences of what was done, and left undone, by the Abolitionists and Emancipators and of the situations which they faced. This book offers a broad reappraisal on slavery and freedom from slavery as they can now be seen, and of the contribution and personality of the Abolitionists, particularly of their leader and spokesman William Wilberforce.
The British Study of Politics in the Twentieth Century
The British study of politics throughout the twentieth century is charted and interpreted for the first time by a team of major scholars brought together on the initiative of the Political Studies section of the British Academy. The authors trace the growing professionalism of politicalscience in the second half of the century, while not neglecting significant contributions to the field by, for example, historians, philosophers, politicians, and journalists. Specialists in the various branches of the discipline provide a critical appraisal of work in areas where British scholarship has been important. Their chapters go beyond disciplinary history to provide interpretations of the interplay b...
Out of Slavery
First published in 1985. This volume is a collection of lectures and conference papers given during the William Wilberforce 150th anniversary celebrations at the University of Hull in 1983.
Political Inertia
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Trade Unions and Politics in Western Europe
This book analyses the politics and political issues associated with Trade Unions and Trade Unionism in Western Europe.
Governing from the Centre
"The research findings offer precise cautionary recommendations to policy makers against the dangers of overconfident recourse to 'joined up' government. The findings are relevant, not merely to France, but also to Western states more generally."--Jacket.
Fragmented France
Hayward explores the way in which the French define their identity by opposition to the 'Anglo-Saxons': first England, now America. The prologue explores France's self-image by contrast with the Anglo-American counter-identity.
Élitism, Populism, and European Politics
The loss of public support for European political leaders and institutions has provoked a populist challenge. In this edited collection, Jack Hayward analyses the way this is reflected in the media, representative bodies, parties, and organized interests in a context of severe economic constraints upon public expectations.
Governing Europe
This comprehensive survey aims to provide an overview of all aspects of politics in western Europe. Aspects of the European Union & the Europeanization of institutions are discussed in detail, along with the welfare state, economic issues & the conditionof democracy across the continent.
