Tories, Unionists and Conservatives 1815-1914 (Access to History)

This book examines the development of the Conservative Party in the 19th century from the early days of Lord Liverpool's Toryism to the Unionism of the turn of the century and beyond. Differing strands of thinking are explored and the contributions of individuals to policies and party organization are assessed. Key historical interpretations are identified and discussed in a study that documents the evolving nature of Conservatism in theory and practice.