The Conscript Army examines the complex issue of unemployment in Britain during a specific historical period.

This study likely offers a detailed historical and sociological analysis of unemployment in Britain, drawing on economic data and social commentary of the era. The focus on 'conscript army' suggests an examination of the unemployed as a group subject to societal forces and policy decisions. The book's approach probably involves a rigorous investigation into the causes and consequences of unemployment, aiming to inform policy and public understanding.