Making Angels in Marble

The book explores the transformation of the Tory party following the 1832 Reform Act, detailing its initial decline and disconnection from the political climate. It highlights the growing calls for reform since the 1760s, influenced by American and French revolutions, and the push for the working class's electoral inclusion. The narrative examines how, within five years of reform, Conservatives began to engage with the working class, aiming to integrate them into Peelite Conservatism and the broader British political landscape, reflecting a significant shift in party dynamics.