Author Description

'This exciting and innovative new collection examines Edward Heath and his impact on the leadership of the Conservative Party. The book benefits substantially from contributions by a wide range of experts on the ideology, leadership, membership and support base of the Conservative Party. We learn much about Heath's importance and significance as a major player in British politics through outstandingly thorough archival research and rigorous analysis by leading political scientists. This is essential reading for anyone with an interest in party politics.' -Jon Tonge, Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool, UK This book explores the political and intellectual significance of Edward Heath's leadership of the Conservative Party. It contains a series of original and distinctive chapters that feature extensive archival materials and original insights from leading political scientists and historians. The volume contributes significantly to our understanding of Conservative Party politics, leadership, and conservatism more broadly. Andrew S. Roe-Crines is Senior Lecturer of British Politics at the University of Liverpool, UK. Timothy Heppell is Associate Professor of British Politics at the University of Leeds, UK.