Social Democratic Parties in the European Union: History, Organization, Policies

by Robert Ladrech (Editor), Philippe Marlière (Editor)

This book offers concise and accessible coverage of the historical background, the organization and policies of the fifteen social democratic parties in the European Union, with a focus on the postwar period to current events. It combines an updated study of the evolution of each party's ideology, sociology and policies, with attention also to the impact of European integration on the fortunes of social democratic forces. This systematic study responds to the fast-growing changes which social democracy has experienced over the past twenty years and examines the different responses to the parties' changing political and economic environments. The book will be useful to students and academics studying comparative politics and European politics, and to activists and professionals in the parties concerned. The book contains contact details and important reference information for each party.

234 pages, Hardcover

First published January 13, 1999