Unspeakable: Speaker of the House of Commons on British politics and Brexit

A unique look at Brexit and what came before it

When John Bercow stepped down as Speaker of the House of Commons on 31 October 2019, he was one of the best-known and most iconic figures in British politics. For a decade, he presided over one of the most feverish periods in modern British history, presiding over a parliament that was grappling with such defining issues as austerity measures in the wake of the financial crisis; the coalition government between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats; and, of course, the most thorny issue of our time – how to implement the outcome of the 2016 referendum, Brexit.

John Bercow speaks candidly and fearlessly about the leading figures of his era - from Tony Blair to David Cameron, from Theresa May to Boris Johnson. He explains the way in which he has sought to democratise parliament and how he has used his presidency to defend the rights of MPs and hold the government to account.

Unspeakable offers a fascinating look at Mister Speaker's background and political career, making it essential reading for anyone interested in politics and how democracy is - or should be - shaped.