Arblaster finds the core of the idea of democracy in the notion of popular power, and in the second half of his book he explores the meaning of this concept and the problems it creates.

... 0335209696 ( pb ) , £ 14.99 . This pithy book is an excellent example of a fresh use of political theory in a basic , readable , instructional manner . The book is no doubt intended for classroom use , yet the general reader will ...

These essays - some collaborative, and some written individually by Richardson and Sayles - illuminate various aspects of English parliamentary history, beginning with the origins of parliament.