British General Election of 2017

Theresa May called a snap election in 2017, expecting to crush Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Party. However, her gamble backfired, and the Conservatives lost their Commons majority to a resurgent Labour Party. This book offers a revelatory guide to what really happened, with hundreds of interviews and unparalleled access to all the key players.

Format: Hardback
Length: 570 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2018
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The 2017 British General Election, a pivotal moment in British history, is meticulously documented in "The British General Election of 2017: The Definitive and Authoritative Account." Despite her usual restraint, Theresa May, facing immense pressure, opted for a snap election, widely predicted to decimate Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Party. However, May's gamble spectacularly backfired, resulting in the Conservative Party losing their Commons majority to a resurgent Labour led by one of the most unconventional politicians to helm a major British political party. Drawing on hundreds of in-depth interviews, unparalleled access to key players, and a wealth of firsthand insights, this comprehensive book offers a revelatory guide to the events that unfolded during this historic election. As the 20th edition in this prestigious series of books dating back to 1945, it caters to a wide audience, from Westminster insiders and politics students to the general public. This meticulously researched and compelling narrative delves into the political maneuvers, campaign strategies, and personal dramas that shaped the outcome of this pivotal election, providing a deeper understanding of its far-reaching consequences.

Weight: 902g
Dimension: 160 x 218 x 52 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030043018
Edition number: 1st ed. 2018