Democracy: The Long Revolution

A thought-provoking and engaging collection of essays charting dissent in the UK. Key experts trace this path from the 13th century right up to the present day, taking in the industrial revolution, Magna Carta and formation of the Labour Party.

A collection of essays, this book chronicles the history of dissent in the British Isles, since Magna Carta. It covers such milestones as the age of revolution, industrialisation and the foundation of the Labour Party.This accessible yet authoritative collection of essays chronicles the history of dissent in the British Isles, from Magna Carta to the present day. The contributors - all specialists in their field - cover such milestones as the age of revolution, industrialisation and the foundation of the Labour Party. Tony Benn contributes a powerful, final extended chapter arguing that "we are light years away from being a true democracy."