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

By Hanspeter Kriesi , Alexander H. Trechsel

Book information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
2008
ISBN
0521844576, 9780521844574, 0521606314, 9780521606318
LCC
DQ212 .K74 2008
Open Library ID
OL10435912M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1105071 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
241\241
Library
avaxhome.ws
Scanned
yes
Time added
2010-05-31 15:29:46

Description

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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