Contemporary Britain (Contemporary States and Societies)

A lively, accessible and concise introduction to political, economic, and social life in Britain. Illustrated with maps, charts, and tables throughout, the book assumes no prior knowledge, and places current developments clearly in their historical, cultural, international, and comparative context. Written by the best-selling author of Understanding the European Union and a range of other successful texts, the book is an ideal starting point for students and general readers looking for an introduction to contemporary Britain that is readable, informative, sophisticated and thought-provoking.