Description
This is the political story of the decade, the book that only Joe Haines, for seven years the daily companion and adviser to Harold Wilson, could write. He gives a unique account of power in Whitehall and Westminster, and also the sensational inside story of the turmoils, tantrums and power battles of Harold Wilson's kitchen cabinet.
This book began the great debate which shook Britain about life inside No 10. Now Joe Haines has added vital new material especially for this edition. He shows the powerful influence of Marcia Williams (Lady Falkender) and the tactics she used in the Battle of Downing Street; he discusses the controversial honours list, Harold Wilson's secret fund and also the peerage given to Marcia Williams 'to do a Harvey Smith' at the press. Never has a book made such an impact - now read for yourself the book which has become the biggest news story in history.
ISBN:0340222751
