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Representative and Responsible Government

An Essay on the British Constitution

A H Birch

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English
Routledge
26 June 2024
Originally published in 1964, this book remains a seminal source for contemporary political scientists and offers exceptional insights into notions of responsibility. Wahlke (1971) describes it as ‘one of the best analytical surveys of representation.’ The book is a compact and critical essay on the British constitution which reveals the realities of British politics in the second half of the 20th Century by showing the extent to which theory and reality agree and differ.
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Imprint:   Routledge
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 138mm, 
Weight:   625g
ISBN:   9781032783864
ISBN 10:   1032783869
Series:   Routledge Library Editions: Government
Pages:   252
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Audience:   College/higher education ,  Primary
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

A. H. Birch was Emeritus Professor of Political Science, University of Victoria, BC, Canada.

Reviews for Representative and Responsible Government: An Essay on the British Constitution

Original reviews of Representative and Responsible Government: ‘Professor Birch’s book is of a kind which is rare and extremely useful…It could be given painlessly to relative beginners but raises issues in a way which could spark off the more advanced student.’ Political Studies ‘This work is a must for anyone – general reader or specialist – who wants to grapple with the issues involved in evaluating the British political system.’ Socialist Commentary ‘…a lucid and scholarly study of a central aspect of the British system of government.’ Public Administration ‘…should be read by all students of British government, MPs and aspiring MPs…throws new light on the theory and practice of British politics.’ Plebs ‘…an extremely lucid and chastening study of the myths and realities of representative and responsible government.’ The Times Literary Supplement


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