John Walton
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The 1867 Reform Act did not set the British electoral system in stone until the Third Reform Act of 1884-85. John Walton reveals that its effects were complex, varied and quite often unintended. Published August 31 1998
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Published January 1 1998
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Industrial Society and Culture
Published March 1 1997
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The tradition of the seaside holiday first originated in the 19th century, aided by some discreet royal patronage. John Walton and Jenny Smith tell the story. Published July 31 1994
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