Italy: From the 1st to the 2nd Republic

Italy: From the 1st to the 2nd Republic
ISBN-10
1134643691
ISBN-13
9781134643691
Series
Italy
Category
Political Science
Pages
264
Language
English
Published
2013-03-07
Publisher
Routledge
Author
Stephen P. Koff

Description

This textbook has been designed to provide students with an up-to-date and accessible introduction to the complexities of Italian politics during the 1990s. It will equip students with a sound understanding of the basics of Italian politics and government, and will provide clear and simple insights into the intricacies of Italian political behaviour. The comprehensive coverage includes: * an introduction to contemporary history, political geography and economic issues as well as Italian political values and attitudes. * a section on political behaviour which explores political parties, interest groups and the electoral earthquakes of the 1990s. * a section on government institutions and their roles, including discussion of the executive, the legislature, the judiciary and the subnational government. * analysis of Italy's often stormy relationship with the European Union * an exploration of recent events, such as attempts at institutional reform

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