A Comparative Study of Referendums: Government by the People - Couverture souple

Qvortrup, Matt

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 071907181X ISBN 13 : 9780719071812

Editeur : Manchester University Press, 2005

Synopsis

Should the people be allowed to decide on difficult policy issues? This is the fundamental problem of democratic theory. 'A comparative study of referendums' provides a starting point for anyone interested in referendums and direct democracy.

Combining an account of the political history and philosophy of the referendum, with a thorough assessment of the practical experiences with referendums in western democracies, this book has established itself as the unrivalled market-leader in the field.

Fully revised and with new chapters on campaign spending and the administration of referendums, the second edition of this book provides a thorough overview of the theory and practice of referendums.

At a time when more and more countries are holding referendums, Professor Qvortrup's book is essential reading for political scientists, journalists and everyone interested in the fundamental issues of democracy.

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A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Professor Matt Qvortrup is Chair of Politics at The Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen and an adjunct Professor of Political Science at the University of New South Wales, Sydney

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Manchester University Press
• Date d'édition: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 071907181X
• ISBN 13: 9780719071812
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible