First published in 1950, this is the third edition of a book that was originally published in 1932. It provides concise yet detailed descriptions of political structures on a local, central and international scale, also discussing the relationship between these structures and the citizen. The text was written as an accessible guide to its topic, aimed at the non-specialist with an interest in the workings of political institutions and their role within them. Sections on local, national, Commonwealth and international bodies each finish with a chapter entitled 'How we can help', reflecting a practical, community-based focus. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the relationship between the individual and the body politic.
Contents
Preface; 1. Citizenship; Part I. The Local Community: 2. Voluntary associations; 3. Local government authorities; 4. What is done locally; 5. Social security; 6. Special authorities; 7. How it is all paid for; 8. How we can help; Part II. The National Community: 9. The constitution; 10. The cabinet and the ministries; 11. Parliament; 12. The party system; 13. Parliament at work; 14. National control and ownership; 15. The civil service; 16. How it is all paid for; 17. The law; 18. How we can help; Part III. The British Community: 19. Empire and commonwealth; 20. Dominion status; 21. Colonial trusteeship; 22. How we can help; Part IV. The World Community: 23. The League of Nations; 24. The United Nations; 25. How we can help.
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