Politics in Western Europe: An Introduction to the Politics of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden, and the European Community

by M. Donald Hancock, David P. Conradt

Examines the context of their politics, where the power is, who has the power, how the power is used, and what the future of their politics is for each region

Genres: Politics, Nonfiction, Political Science

586 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Stephen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is an excellent text book on Politics in Europe, looking in particular at the UK, France, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Russia and then the EU. For the countries covered it provides a very thorough description of their political systems, history, the shape of their politics and everything you need to understand their political situation.

My only criticism of this book is that I would have liked to have read something about all the other countries in Europe - but that would have made a large book enormous, so I see why the editors chose to look at a carefully curated selection instead.

The list price of this book is high. I got a bargain copy of an old edition in a book clearance, and would suggest getting a library copy if you can't find a cheap or second hand one. All the same, if this were your course text it would be worth the money as it has great reference value.

[Michael Gerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great and updated book on a number of European countries that include not just the usual ones of the UK, France, and Germany, but also Italy, Sweden, and Poland. A great reference for comparative politics.

[Daniel Goff · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good introduction to the politics of western europe

[Nico · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very clear explanation of a handful of European political systems. Despite the textbook format, it is still rather engaging and easy to read.