Liberal Lion: Jo Grimond: A Political Life

His numerous writings and his ten-year leadership of the Liberal party established him as one of the most influential figures in its history. Peter Barberis has produced a unique critical biography of this enigmatic figure based upon a careful examination of speeches, writings and archive material.

Peter Barberis is Professor of Politics at Manchester Metropolitan University where he teaches British politics and contemporary political history. He is author of The Elite of the Elite: Permanent Secretaries in the British Civil Service, Government, Industry and Political Economy and Encyclopedia of Twentieth Century British and Irish Political Organisations.