Italy: From the First to the Second Republic

By Stephen Koff and Sondra Z. Koff

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

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415196647
• ISBN13: 9780415196642
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.6" x 6.1"