HAINES, JOE - The Politics of Power

London England, Jonathan Cape, 1977. Reprint, Binding: Boards, Very Good/Fair. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall 0224014056 Hardback In this revealing account of how power operates at the very top in politics, the author, Harold Wilson's press Secretary from January 1969 to April 1976, provokes disturbing questions about the way in which Britain is governed today; questions that are relevant whichever party is in office. It is a unique account, because no other experienced journalist has ever had the opportunity to spend over seven years as the daily companion and adviser to a man who during that time was alternatively Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition and then Prime Minister again. The book also gives an insight into the part played by the personal staff - the so called 'kitchen Cabinet' - surrounding a Prime Minister notably lacking in pomposity and self-importance. 228 pp. Slight foxing to edge. Wear and tear to D/J.