The Anatomy of Influence - Pressure Groups and Politics in New Zealand

A classic introduction to the political, constitutional, and electoral system of New Zealand. Using a pluralist theory of the state, it describes the history and practice of New Zealand government. Political parties and special-interest groups, the governmental hierarchy, and the public sector are discussed with information on how these different influences affect the political scene. The historical perspective provided offers a vision of the evolutionary nature of New Zealand politics and the interactions that drive changes.