European Politics

ISBN-13: 9780367464394 / Angielski / Miękka / 2020 / 444 str.

Paul Kubicek

Opis

This textbook expertly and accessibly surveys the history, institutions, and issues that are essential for understanding contemporary European politics. This new edition covers hot topics such as Brexit, Covid-19, the rise of nationalist-populists, Russia, US-European relations, and security threats emanating within Europe and beyond.

Spis treści

1. Introduction: What is Europe?  2. Political and Economic Development in Western and Eastern Europe  3. The Institutions and Policies of the European Union  4. Parliaments and Electoral Systems  5. Executive Authority in Europe  6. Legal Structures and Judicial Systems  7. Political Parties and Elections  8. Political Culture and Political Behavior  9. Economic Issues in Europe  10. Immigration and Multi-Culturalism  11. European Security and Foreign Policy  12. Possible Scenarios and Final Questions

O autorze

Paul Kubicek is Professor of Political Science at Oakland University, USA.