Edward Elgar Publishing, Cheltenham, 2019, hardcover (no dust-jacket as issued), viii + 238pp. Public policy is an expression that has come to dominate the way people talk about doing government and public administration and is seen as a central component of the modern democratic order. Adopting an innovative public action languages approach, 'Beyond Public Policy' shows how policy is only one of many powerful social languages (budgeting, planning, rights, directives and protests, amongst others) used to make things happen in the ever-changing arena of public affairs. Professionals in NGOs, public service and government, as well as activists will also greatly benefit from the practical advice and real-life case studies the book offers. Very good condition. Inscription to half-title page ('To Nick with fond memories of our times together, big hug, Peter, 03.10.19) otherwise pages clean and unmarked.