The British National Party (BNP) is the most successful far right party in British political history. Based on unprecedented access to the party and its members, this book examines the rise of the BNP and explains what drives some citizens to support far right politics. It is essential reading for all those with an interest in British politics, extremism, voting, race relations and community cohesion. The book helps us understand:
- how wider trends in society have created a favourable climate for the far right;
- how the far right has presented a ‘modernised’ ideology and image;
- how the movement is organized, and has evolved over time;
- who votes for the far right and why;
- why people join, become and remain actively involved in far right parties.
- ISBN10 0415465001
- ISBN13 9780415465007
- Publish Date 28 April 2011 (first published 1 January 2011)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 238
- Language English