The Alastair Campbell Diaries: Volume Three: Power and Responsibility

The third volume of Campbell's compelling diaries, covering 1999 to 2001. Life continues apace for Campbell and the New Labour government. Alongside the day-to-day running of the country, they deal with the fallout from the military action in Kosovo, continuing negotiations over Northern Ireland, and the increasing pressures which come from 24-hour media scrutiny. All this, and they wish to be elected for a second term... Explores New Labour's Special Relationship with Clinton and then George W. BushCovers a number of controversies: from Mandelson's dealings with the Hindujas, to the national embarrassment of the Millennium celebrationsA must-read for anyone interested in modern politics, and an essential history book for many years to come