In his 2003 book, writer and former politician Tony Wright sets out a detailed history and assessment of the British political system, analyzing its strengths and vulnerabilities and explaining what makes British politics so unique.

British politics can feel incredibly complex.

From Lords Temporal to proroguing parliament, from first-past-the-post to the post-war settlement, the system seems designed to confuse us.

In his 2003 book British Politics: A Very Short Introduction, writer and former politician Tony Wright gives us the insider's view.

Exploring the history of British political norms, Wright explains how modern British politics came into being, why it feels so archaic, and what vulnerabilities it will face going forward.