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The Cameron Delusion

Updated Edition of 'The Broken Compass'

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The struggle between the main political parties has been reduced to an unpopularity contest, in which voters hold their noses and sigh as they trudge to the polls. Peter Hitchens explains how and why British politics has sunk to this dreary level - the takeover of the parties and the media by conventional left-wing dogmas which then call themselves 'the centre ground'. The Tory party under David Cameron has become a pale-blue twin of New Labour, offering change without alteration.

Hitchens, a former Lobby reporter, examines and mocks the flock mentality of most Westminster journalists, explains how unattributable lunches guide coverage and why so many reporters - once slavish admirers of Labour - now follow the Tory line.

This updated edition of Hitchens' The Broken Compass (2009) features a brand new introduction. In an excoriating analysis, Hitchens examines the Tory Party's record in government and opposition, dismissing it as a failure on all fronts but one - the ability to win office without principle. The one thing it certainly isn't is conservative.

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This book was originally titled "The broken compass" and should have been left that way, as it is far more accurate a title. Mr Hitchens travels through past and present, exposing the fake divisions between left and right. He talk about issues that, rather than having aged. Almost seem prophetic in as much as this book feels even more accurate now than when it was written. The joke of modern politics is not lost on this author. Neither is the sad decline of bBritain as a result. This is in my MUST READ section of books. Few though they are. If you are familiar with the author, then you may think you know what to expect. But uncensored and unrestricted by tv time and other restraints Mr Hitchens goes far deeper than we normally get to see or hear. Something I am gratefull of.

A dazzling trip through the eyes of a traditional, honourable Englishman

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Much has changed in British politics since Peter Hitchens wrote this book in 2009 but his intelligent, brave and wise analysis is as relevant and necessary as ever.

Intelligent, brave and wise political analysis

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As one of the few political journalists / writers in Britain who still maintains an independent viewpoint, Peter Hitchens makes a very interesting case for the “delusion” that David Cameron (and the Conservative party) are in any way conservative. He covers a wide range of fields from crime, schooling, foreign policy etc.

The narration was excellent and I’m glad it was done by Mr. Hitchens as only he could do it justice.

Polemic from an original thinker

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Mr Hitchens highlights the key logical inconsistencies of the centre Left hegemony within British politics, during the period stretching from Blair to the ascent of David Cameron.

Peter Hitchens has been much derided by both the modern Left and Right wings of British politics. His Marxist youth equip him perfectly to cut through the talking points and political facade of the day. He is able to identify the inner structural components of both the modern political Left and Right, allowing for the exposure of their interchangeability.

The gentleman is as close to British political Prophet as one is likely to find. Additionally, the narration perfectly complements the work. Give this a listen; it may challenge your perspective relating to this period in British Political History. If one remembers this work was written in 2009, the degree of insight is quite brilliant.

5 Stars.

A prophet.

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A great insight into the modern decline of British politics, and how we are where we are now.
It's worth noting that the book does not focus on David Cameron, however. But more seeks to explore the failures of the Tory party, and western culture. Placing Cameron as the epitomy of this.

Hitchens at his best

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