The Politics of Switzerland: Continuity and Change in a Consensus Democracy - Couverture rigide

Kriesi, Hanspeter; Trechsel, Alexander H.

 
9780521844574: The Politics of Switzerland: Continuity and Change in a Consensus Democracy

Synopsis

Despite Switzerland's small size, its political system is one of the most complex and fascinating among contemporary democracies. The rich, complex mixture of centuries-old institutions and the refined political arrangements that exist today constitute a veritable laboratory for social scientists and their students. Often presented as the paradigmatic case of political integration, consensus democracy and multinational federalism, the Swiss model has become a benchmark case for analyses in comparative politics, political behaviour and other related fields. Written by two leading experts on Swiss politics, this book presents a definitive overview for scholars and students interested in Switzerland's political system at the beginning of the twenty-first century. By focusing on its intricacies but also taking in larger issues of general interest, the broad scope of this study will appeal to all those interested in contemporary European politics and democratic systems.

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À propos des auteurs

Hanspeter Kriesi is Professor for Comparative Politics in the Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich.

Alexander H. Trechsel is Professor of Political Science in the Department of Political and Social Sciences at the European University Institute, Florence.

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Autres éditions populaires du même titre

9780521606318: The Politics of Switzerland: Continuity and Change in a Consensus Democracy

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0521606314 ISBN 13 :  9780521606318
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2008
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