Focusing on a comparative analysis, this book combines rare ethnographic studies by anthropologists and political scholars to explore the dynamics of parliaments and democratic politics globally. It offers insights into the cultural practices and political functions of legislative bodies, highlighting the unique contributions of anthropology to understanding contemporary governance.
Featuring interviews with the MPs, journalists and officials close to the centre of Britain's biggest political crisis since the Profumo Affair, this is the story of what really happened during the expenses scandal of 2009.
Exploring the inner workings of one of Britain's most enigmatic institutions, this groundbreaking anthropological study sheds light on the House of Commons. Emma Crewe uncovers the concealed dynamics of parliamentary democracy, revealing how this renowned parliament operates behind the scenes. Through her examination, readers gain insight into the complexities and intricacies that shape political life in the UK.
Based on years of anthropological fieldwork in the House of Lords and and the House of Commons, Crewe explains how relationships within the two Houses are utterly different from their surface appearances. This book looks beneath the surface and uncovers Parliament's surprises and secrets.
The House of Commons is one of Britain's mysterious institutions: constantly in the news yet always opaque. In this ground-breaking anthropological study of the world's most famous parliament, Emma Crewe reveals the hidden mechanisms of parliamentary democracy.
An exploration of anthropological perspectives on the cultures, moralities and politics of the world of aid and development.
The book offers a captivating exploration of the House of Lords, revealing its allure and intricate underlying structures. It presents a detailed yet accessible analysis, making it suitable for researchers, students, and general readers alike. Through its unique perspective, the work sheds light on the complexities of this significant institution.
Focusing on the interplay of gender, technology, and race, this ethnography examines the complexities of development practices. It critiques traditional views by highlighting the influence of Enlightenment and colonial ideologies, while emphasizing the nuanced dynamics of power. Through analysis of individual agency against structural constraints, the authors challenge the simplistic binary of developers versus victims, revealing a more intricate understanding of the development process and its implications.