Longman Companions to History

The Longman Companion to the Conservative Party provides a wide-ranging compendium of essential facts and figures on the Conservative Party from its origins in the 1830's to the dawn of the 21st century. Central to the book are the detailed chronologies on the Conservatives party's years in government and opposition. In addition, it contains fascinating information on the Conservative party's relationships with women, ethnic minorities, the trade unions, Europe, Ireland, ideology, social reform and empire. The book also provides: Extensive statistical material on general elections since 1832, key by-elections, local and European elections Detailed information on Conservative leaders, methods of leadership selection and ballot results Full details of Conservative cabinets A substantial section devoted to the Conservative party organisation, including statistics on party membership and a chronology of the development of the party organisation Biographies of 120 ministers and significant personalities who helped to shape the party Full glossary of key terms and phrases Packed with up-to-date information which is easy to locate and digest, this book is the essential reference book for students, teachers, journalists and the general reader with an interest in political history. N. J. Crowson is a Lecturer in Contemporary British History at the University of Birmingham.