The Lega Nord and Contemporary Politics in Italy

by Thomas Gold

The 'Lega Nord' is one of the most important right-wing populist parties to emerge in Western Europe during the past two decades. It continues to play a very significant role in Italian politics. The author links the Lega Nord's rise to the socioeconomic development of the north over the south in Italy and the political process which created a voting block in the south. This led the north of Italy to see 'Rome' as a predatory entity, drawing resources...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312296312
• ISBN13: 9780312296315
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 8.6"