"An enjoyable, thoughtful and unpretentious work well able to absorb the attention of an advanced class of university students interested in the comparative study of political institutions, or anyone else so inclined." Sheldon Rothblatt, The European Legacy"The model of citizen's juries proposed by Keith Sutherland in his book, The Party's Over: Blueprint for a Very English Revolution, ought to have much greater appeal to progressive Britain than it has attracted hitherto." Tim Luckhurst, Observer"The Party's Over is an extremely valuable contribution, not least beacause it will encourage debate about democracy. In an era of over-centralisation and closed minds, that, in itself, makes it a subversive and necessary read." Graham Allen MP, Tribune"His analysis of what is wrong is superb . . . No one can read this book without realising that something radical, even revolutionary must be done." Sir Richard Body, Salisbury Review"A spirited and unpretentious polemic that repays reflection -- and especially perhaps by those who do not share its author's political standpoint" Vernon Bogdanor, Times Higher Educational Supplement"This is a political essay in the best tradition -- shrewd, erudite, polemical, partisan (sometimes), mischievous (frequently) and highly topical. It is provoking, annoying and seductive by turns." Barbara Goodwin, Contemporary Political Theory"An erudite overview of British constitutional history . . . Sutherland's survey of party decline is impeccable in its erudition." M.A.K. Smith, Right Now!"Sutherland's timely book examines why British politics has descended into the quagmire in which it now squirms." The Ecologist"An audacious and ingenious book, which provides a splendid overview of British constitutional history." Derek Turner, Chronicles"Based on extensive reading [the book] is accessible to the general reader. Even if they reject its conclusions, teachers of British politics will find it profitable to debate them with students." Mark Garnett, Political Studies Review.‘Pithy, pungent, provocative — Keith Sutherland is becoming the Hazlitt of our age.’ Professor Robert Hazell, Director, The Constitution Unit, University College London.‘Never a week goes by but I'm asked by letter from student or school-pupil "could we have your opinion on this that or the other aspect of parliament". I shall recomment Keith Sutherland's challenging contribution The Party's Over.’ Tam Dalyell MP, Father of the House of Commons‘Anyone who is concerned about the serious lack of interest in the parliamentary system, reflected in the poor turnout at elections, should read this book.’ Lord Weatherill, Speaker of the House of Commons (1983–1992), Convenor of the Cross-Bench Peers (1995–1999).‘A challenging attempt to think beyond parties and the domination of political life in Britain by them.’ Nevil Johnson, Nuffield College, Oxford, author, In Search of the Constitution; Reshaping the British Constitution.‘Those who feel starved of debate on fundamental political issues should pounce on Keith Sutherland’s tract.’ Mark Garnett, University of Leicester, author, The Essential A-Z Guide to Modern British History.'All defenders of constitutional politics will be grateful for this timely defence of limited government. Those who do not yet appreciate the full extent of the threat to the separation of powers posed by over-mighty Prime Ministers with large parliamentary majorities will be especially interested in the vision it offers of an alternative, jury-style type of politics.’ Professor Noël O’Sullivan, University of Hull, author, European Political Thought since 1945.‘This book challenges conventional wisdom about the Constitution. Sutherland might be called a serial constitutional rapist for wanting to insert a number of alien objects into the British Constitution, but it is a good read and provocative.’ Professor George Jones, London School of Economics.‘As always, Keith Sutherland is thoroughly thought-provoking, challenging politicians, academics and students alike.’ Professor Michael Rush, University of Exeter, author, The Role of the Member of Parliament Since 1868."Sutherland's intelligent and nicely-produced extended essay is ... an enjoyable, thoughtful and unpretentious work well able to absorb the attention of an advanced class of university students interested in the comparative study of political institutions, or anyone else so incined." Sheldon Rothblatt, The European Legacy.
"An enjoyable, thoughtful and unpretentious work well able to absorb the attention of an advanced class of university students interested in the comparative study of political institutions, or anyone else so inclined."
European Legacy - Sheldon Rothblatt
"The model of citizen's juries proposed by Keith Sutherland in his book, The Party's Over: Blueprint for a Very English Revolution, ought to have much greater appeal to progressive Britain than it has attracted hitherto."
"The Party's Over is an extremely valuable contribution, not least beacause it will encourage debate about democracy. In an era of over-centralisation and closed minds, that, in itself, makes it a subversive and necessary read."
Tribune - Graham Allen MP
"His analysis of what is wrong is superb . . . No one can read this book without realising that something radical, even revolutionary must be done."
Salisbury Review - Sir Richard Body
"A spirited and unpretentious polemic that repays reflection — and especially perhaps by those who do not share its author's political standpoint."
Times Higher Education Supplement - Vernon Bogdanor
"This is a political essay in the best tradition — shrewd, erudite, polemical, partisan (sometimes), mischievous (frequently) and highly topical. It is provoking, annoying and seductive by turns."
Contemporary Political Theory - Barbara Goodwin
"An erudite overview of British constitutional history . . . Sutherland's survey of party decline is impeccable in its erudition."
Right Now! - M.A.K. Smith
"Sutherland's timely book examines why British politics has descended into the quagmire in which it now squirms."
"An audacious and ingenious book, which provides a splendid overview of British constitutional history."
Chronicles - Derek Turner
"Those who feel starved of debate on fundamental political issues should pounce on Keith Sutherland's tract."
Political Studies Review - Mark Garnett
'Pithy, pungent, provocative — Keith Sutherland is becoming the Hazlitt of our age.'
"Never a week goes by but I'm asked by letter from student or school-pupil 'could we have your opinion on this that or the other aspect of parliament'. I shall recomment Keith Sutherland's challenging contribution The Party's Over."
"Anyone who is concerned about the serious lack of interest in the parliamentary system, reflected in the poor turnout at elections, should read this book."
"A challenging attempt to think beyond parties and the domination of political life in Britain by them."
"'All defenders of constitutional politics will be grateful for this timely defence of limited government. Those who do not yet appreciate the full extent of the threat to the separation of powers posed by over-mighty Prime Ministers with large parliamentary majorities will be especially interested in the vision it offers of an alternative, jury-style type of politics."
Professor Noël O'Sullivan
"This book challenges conventional wisdom about the Constitution. Sutherland might be called a serial constitutional rapist for wanting to insert a number of alien objects into the British Constitution, but it is a good read and provocative."
"As always, Keith Sutherland is thoroughly thought-provoking, challenging politicians, academics and students alike."
