''...in this clear and informed history of the 1974-79 government, Holmes shows how Labour''s aspirations constantly encountered the practical limits of economic management.'' Times Higher Education Supplement ''...lucid and well-documented account.'' British Book News ''...Dr Holmes is perceptive and fair in his assessment of the leading personalities.'' Samuel Brittan, Financial Times.

''...in this clear and informed history of the 1974-79 government, Holmes shows how Labour''s aspirations constantly encountered the practical limits of economic management.'' Times Higher Education Supplement ''...lucid and well-documented account.'' British Book News ''...Dr Holmes is perceptive and fair in his assessment of the leading personalities.'' Samuel Brittan, Financial Times.