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Betty Boothroyd: Autobiography
The enormous respect and affection of the British public for Betty Boothroyd has its roots in a strong belief in what she stands for—fair play, an unshakeable sense of honor, and a passionate belief in the sovereignty of Parliament. This is a candid account of Betty Boothroyd’s life in politics, and she speaks frankly of the devastation of losing two elections, of campaign
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Hardcover
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384 pages
Published
November 1st 2002
by Random House UK
(first published October 1st 2001)
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May 04, 2010
Chris Phillips
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A very interesting autobiography of the first ever woman "Speaker" of the House of Commons in the UK Parliament.
Reminded me of the terrible times that in the 1970's to 80's when the Labour party almost got taken over by the undemocratic milititent tendency. It had been a carefully orchestrated plan, that almost worked. I am not a labour Party supporter, but had this happened then the even worse Thatcherite Tories would have had even longer grip on the UK. To my mind this book makes it even more ...more
Reminded me of the terrible times that in the 1970's to 80's when the Labour party almost got taken over by the undemocratic milititent tendency. It had been a carefully orchestrated plan, that almost worked. I am not a labour Party supporter, but had this happened then the even worse Thatcherite Tories would have had even longer grip on the UK. To my mind this book makes it even more ...more
I was obliged to read this book because it was chosen by my local bookclub. I have very little interest in domestic uk politics, and less interest in politicaians generally. But i gave it my best shot. The story does follow the life chronologically of Boothroyd as she rises from local northern lass through the ranks of the labour party to eventually become speaker of the house.
I might have enjoyed this book more if it was really about Betty, as oppossed to a political memoir. Only read this book ...more
I might have enjoyed this book more if it was really about Betty, as oppossed to a political memoir. Only read this book ...more
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