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This is a lively and authoritative account by a leading political journalist a... This is a lively and authoritative account by a leading political journalist and former MP of how the British electoral system works. It is addressed primarily to intelligent voters but also to students of political science government and British... more

How do British elections work? What about local elections and by-elections? Ho... How do British elections work? What about local elections and by-elections? How are candidates chosen? What has been the impact of changes introduced by the present government? How can an ordinary voter play his or her part? And why do so few people... more

When faced with confinement indoors the beauty of the outdoors becomes much mo... When faced with confinement indoors the beauty of the outdoors becomes much more evident. It seems to blossom in every living thing from delicate and colourful plants to delightful and secretive animals and even the sky above us. Immortalised in... more

9780801313660. Pre-owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. ... 9780801313660. Pre-owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 336. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 336 p. This text offers an introduction to British politics as well as a critical assessment of some of the major aspects... more

The eighteenth century was the great age of hate-writing and hate-reading. Hat... The eighteenth century was the great age of hate-writing and hate-reading. Hatred contempt resentment and disdain were immensely generative feelings for authors in Britain written into not only malicious satires and belligerent pamphlets but also... more

CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition... CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover dust jacket may not be included minimal wear to binding most of the pages undamaged(e.g. minimal creases or tears) highlighting / underlining... more

Corporal Leonard Guttridge was among the many unsung heroes of the Battle of B... Corporal Leonard Guttridge was among the many unsung heroes of the Battle of Britain--the Royal Air Force mechanics and armorers who patched bullet holes repaired engines refueled empty tanks and replenished ammunition enabling outnumbered pilots to... more

First published in 1989 Party Ideology in Britain presents an approach to the ... First published in 1989 Party Ideology in Britain presents an approach to the study of British politics which is distinctive in its focus on political ideas rather than on the more familiar organizational basis of party politics. It sets out to... more

Gramina Britannica by John Leonard Knapp offers a detailed exploration of Brit... Gramina Britannica by John Leonard Knapp offers a detailed exploration of British grasses. This volume provides representations and descriptions of various grass species found in Britain combining scientific observation with accessible language.... more

This beautiful book features colored illustrations of over 200 species of bird... This beautiful book features colored illustrations of over 200 species of birds found in Britain and their eggs. The illustrations are accompanied by descriptions of each bird s habitat behavior and characteristics. This book is a must-have for bird... more

Gramina Britannica by John Leonard Knapp offers a detailed exploration of Brit... Gramina Britannica by John Leonard Knapp offers a detailed exploration of British grasses. This volume provides representations and descriptions of various grass species found in Britain combining scientific observation with accessible language.... more

This beautiful book features colored illustrations of over 200 species of bird... This beautiful book features colored illustrations of over 200 species of birds found in Britain and their eggs. The illustrations are accompanied by descriptions of each bird s habitat behavior and characteristics. This book is a must-have for bird... more

First published in Great Britain in 1935 this Routledge Revival reissues one o... First published in Great Britain in 1935 this Routledge Revival reissues one of the most influential works ever published in the field of linguistics. Leonard Bloomfield s Language is both a masterpiece of textbook writing and a classic of academic... more

First published in Great Britain in 1935 this Routledge Revival reissues one o... First published in Great Britain in 1935 this Routledge Revival reissues one of the most influential works ever published in the field of linguistics. Leonard Bloomfield s Language is both a masterpiece of textbook writing and a classic of academic... more

The Early History of English Poor Relief by E.M. Leonard explores the origins ... The Early History of English Poor Relief by E.M. Leonard explores the origins and evolution of social welfare systems in Great Britain. Delving into the Elizabethan era and beyond this meticulously researched historical text examines the development... more

The interconnected influences of different traditions of ancient mythology on ... The interconnected influences of different traditions of ancient mythology on one another consumed the archaeological efforts of the late 19th and early 20th century though much work in Britain and Europe was interrupted by the outbreak of World War... more

The Early History of English Poor Relief by E.M. Leonard explores the origins ... The Early History of English Poor Relief by E.M. Leonard explores the origins and evolution of social welfare systems in Great Britain. Delving into the Elizabethan era and beyond this meticulously researched historical text examines the development... more

First published in 1982 this book defines sheltered housing traces its develop... First published in 1982 this book defines sheltered housing traces its development in Western society and analyses its success under variations in Great Britain. The analysis focuses on those aspects of the sheltered housing programme that had... more

This fascinating biography documents the life and work of one of Britain s mos... This fascinating biography documents the life and work of one of Britain s most renowned scientists Joseph Dalton Hooker. Through his extensive correspondence and written records readers gain insight into Hooker s groundbreaking botanical research... more

This fascinating biography documents the life and work of one of Britain s mos... This fascinating biography documents the life and work of one of Britain s most renowned scientists Joseph Dalton Hooker. Through his extensive correspondence and written records readers gain insight into Hooker s groundbreaking botanical research... more