Harold Wilson : the winner
Thomas-Symonds, Nicklaus2022
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Total copies: 2
Using previously restricted materials, Nicklaus Thomas-Symonds examines one of the most influential and successful politicians of the late 20th century, exploring Wilson's rise to power via Clement Attlee's post-war government, his relationship to Nye Bevan, whom he eventually replaced in the Shadow Cabinet, the close workings of his own inner circle, and the issues surrounding the first European Referendum. His biography considers previously overlooked aspects of Wilson's life, such as the mysterious circumstances of his voluntary resignation and legacy in social reform. The book will offer a timely consideration of the advancement of social justice issues under Wilson's government: homosexuality was decriminalised, abortion legalised and capital punishment abolished.
Main title:
Harold Wilson : the winner / Nick Thomas-Symonds.
Author:
Imprint:
London : Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2022.
Collation:
viii, 532 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white) ; 24 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781474611954 (hbk)
Dewey class:
B WIL941.0856
LC class:
DA591.W5
Language:
English
Subject:
Wilson, Harold, 1916-1995Prime ministers -- Great Britain -- BiographyBiographyBiographyLater 20th century c 1950 to c 1999Biography & non-fiction proseBiography: historical, political & militaryHistoryPolitical leaders & leadershipGreat Britain -- Politics and government -- 1945-1964Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1964-1979
BRN:
450380