Representative Government in Modern Europe

Uniting theory and application, the third edition of Representative Government inModern Europe continues the tradition of previous editions by first examining thethemes, debates, developments and structures driving European politics, and then investigating the way in which the theories behind them are manifested, comparing the historical development, distinct interpretations and present condition of several major European governments.A thematically arranged text which introduces readers to current debates among those who analyze European politics, the 3rd edition of Representation Government in Modern Europe delves into the evolution of European politics as we embark on the 21st century. Since the last edition, astonishing changes have occurred on the political scene in Europe. Democratic transformations have taken place throughout the East, along with the emergence of a strong European Union. These two topics, as well as the state of economics in the region, have dominated the previous decade in Europe and are discussed throughout the 3rd edition.Gallagher, Michael is the author of 'Representative Government in Modern Europe', published 2000 under ISBN 9780072322675 and ISBN 0072322675.