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Changing Party Systems in Western Europe

By David Broughton

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Changing Party Systems in Western Europe

By David Broughton

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This is an analysis of the changing pressures and demands placed on party systems in 11 countries in Western Europe since 1945. This book includes studies of the party system in Britain, France, Italy and Germany, as well as studies of Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Sweden, Austria, Belgium and the Netherlands. Five major themes are examined in each chapter. First, the broad development of the party system is accompanied by a discussion of how different party system typologies have been applied to each country. Secondly, a detailed discussion of the historical background to party system developments is provided, dealing with the main divisions derived from the typology of Lipset and Rokkan. Thirdly, the most important contextual variables are considered in terms of the "electoral environment" within which the party system operates. Next, consideration is given to the degree of "unfreezing" of the party system since 1945 and the changing balance between stability and change. Finally, major questions of change and adaptation are examined, updating the text.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
336
Release Date:
1998-01-12
Publication Date:
1998-12-01
Publisher:
Continnuum-3PL
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1855673282
ISBN13:
9781855673281
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
512 g
Height:
156 cm
Width:
234 cm
Thickness:
18 cm
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