The Liberal Party in South-West Britain Since 1918

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The decline of the Liberal party is one of the most controversial subjects in twentieth century British politics. This book focuses on the South West, where Liberalism remained a powerful force after 1918. During the 1920s, when the Liberals were fighting for their very existence, it was their early revival in the far west which provided morale and purpose. Victories in Cornwall and Devon after 1958 improved the party's credibility and effectively heralded the national Liberal revival.By concentrating on one region, this book offers fresh insight into issues relating to the UK as a whole. It moves away from the conventional focus on urban Britain to the neglected world of rural and small-town politics, and explores differences within the South West itself, from Celtic Cornwall in the far west to modern "Wessex" in the east.