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A Very British Coup

By: Chris Mullin
Narrated by: Christian Rodska
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Summary

Against the odds, former steel worker Harry Perkins has led the Labour Party to a stunning victory. His manifesto includes the removal of American bases, public control of finance, and the dismantling of media empires.

The Establishment is appalled. Something must be done. As MI5 conspires with the City and the press barons to bring Perkins down, he finds himself caught up in a no-holds-barred battle for survival.

©1982 Chris Mullin (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

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really well read.

the narration was great. The story was enjoyable and I consumed it rather quickly. Honestly I expected more from this story about a transformational government and their ideas, was left wanting more

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Depressingly Resonant to current times

Eugh, made me depressed about politics. The story is predictable, and the characters are mostly one note, but the performance of all these different characters is very impressive. Hats off to the narrator.

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Gripping. Plausible. Prescient.

Despite having been written over 20yrs ago, this absorbing and unnerving story tells how the establishment protected itself when threatened by a democratically elected government. As such it remains as relevant now as it was then. Excellently read.

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ripsnorter but cartoon bad guys

those of a certain age will remember the excellent TV adaptation. the book is slightly more idealistic, and the establishment is painted with no nuance whatsoever, but the story still rips along. the TV adaptation diverges quite a bit, and at the end, totally, from the book. recommended.

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a timeless political thriller

this is well written and extremely entertaining narration. I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in British politics

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essential reading

This book is a must for those trying to understand why the left always lose.

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A good read

Given the current Brexit debacle my own views are that this book represents exactly what does go on behind the scenes and within the establishment passing itself of as democracy in the U.K.

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A little bit dated but still enjoyable

As my review states the overall performance was great. The story was given 4 stars as it’s a little dated. My knowledge of politics is rather limited ( really should know more than I do ). That, however, did not spoil the overall enjoyment. Pretty good account of how there is politics and there is diplomacy. Has somewhat inspired me to read more on the subject. A compliment if there is one.

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Good story very funny in parts.

Entertaining, informative and amusing in places. A good story well written and read. The voices are very well done.

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excellent story, great read.

loved it, would listen again and again. it has you hooked and wanting more from the first word.

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