One Party After Another: The Disruptive Life of Nigel Farage

Nigel Farage is arguably one of the most influential British politicians of the 21st century. Despite never being elected to Parliament, he led the campaign to take the UK out of the EU, which became the official policy of the nation after a divisive referendum in June 2016. Michael Crick's new biography, One Party After Another, explores how Farage achieved this, despite never once managing to get elected to Parliament.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 608 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Nigel Farage, a prominent British politician of the 21st century, has made a significant impact on the political landscape. His campaign to take the United Kingdom out of the European Union (EU) began as a minority and extreme point of view, but it became the official policy of the nation after a divisive referendum in June 2016. Despite never being elected to Parliament, Farage has managed to achieve his goals through his political career.

Farage left public school at the age of 16 to pursue a career in the City, but his political interests were awakened in the 1990s when he joined the UK Independence Party (UKIP). It was the electoral system for the European Parliament that provided him with a platform, and he was elected as an MEP in 1999. His everyman persona, combined with his natural ability as a maverick and outspoken performer on television, garnered him plenty of media attention. His message resonated with people, particularly those who were dissatisfied with the major parties, and the UK's membership of the EU became a topic of debate.

Controversy was never far away for Farage and his party. Accusations of racism against UKIP and various scandals plagued them throughout their existence. However, despite these challenges, Farage played a crucial role in securing the referendum on the UK's membership of the EU. After the referendum, he was largely sidelined by the successful official Brexit campaign led by Prime Minister Theresa May. When Parliament struggled to find a way to leave the EU, Farage created the Brexit Party to ensure that Britain did eventually leave the EU early in 2020.

Michael Crick, a renowned journalist, has written a compelling new study that delves into the heart of Farage's story. The book assesses his methods, uncovers remarkable hidden details, and builds to an unmissable portrait of one of the most controversial characters in modern British politics. Crick's writing is clear, concise, and engaging, making it accessible to a wide audience.

One Party After Another provides a comprehensive account of Farage's political career, from his early days in UKIP to his role in securing the Brexit referendum. The book also explores the personal and professional challenges that Farage has faced throughout his life. It sheds light on his upbringing.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471192326