Books by Harry Harmer

Friedrich Ebert (1871-1925) was influential in securing SPD support for the war in 1914. He reluctantly accepted the need for Germany to sign the Treaty of Versailles, at one point saying he might be prepared to resume the war. This book examines how much of a part treaty played in creating the circumstances of the Second World War.

A unique reference guide to the interlinked issues of slavery, the movement for emancipation and civil rights.

Provides facts and figures on the Labour Party since its foundation. Much of the text takes the form of chronologies of Labour's history in government and in opposition. Also studied are Labour's links with groups such as trade unions, the revolutionary left, women and ethnic minorities.