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Ronald Tiersky is Eastman Professor of Political Science at Amherst College. Erik Jones is director of European and Eurasian Studies at the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies of the Johns Hopkins University.
Introduction, Ronald Tiersky and Erik Jones
Part I: Country Studies
Chapter 1: France: The Hollande Presidency, Promises and Pitfalls, Gabriel Goodliffe
Chapter 2: Great Britain: From New Labour to New Politics?, Kate Alexander Shaw and Jonathan Hopkin
Chapter 3: Germany: Challenges and Paradoxes, Helga A. Welsh
Chapter 4: Italy: Still the Age of Berlusconi, Gianfranco Baldini
Chapter 5: Scandinavia: Still the Middle Way?, Eric S. Einhorn
Chapter 6: Spain: After the Fiesta, Sebastián Royo
Chapter 7: Russia: European or Not?, Bruce Parrott and Serhiy Kudelia
Chapter 8: Poland: The Long Arm of Transition, Ben Stanley
Part II: Thematic Chapters
Chapter 9: European Integration: An Uncertain Prospect, John Van Oudenaren
Chapter 10: Economic Governance and Varieties of Capitalism, Benedicta Marzinotto
Chapter 11: Europe and the Global Economic Crisis, Erik Jones and Gregory W. Fuller
Chapter 12: European Law and Politics, R. Daniel Kelemen
Chapter 13: Migration in Europe, Jonathon W. Moses
Chapter 14: Would the Last Person to Leave Please Close the Door? A Reassessment of Transatlantic Security: Europe, the United States and NATO, Simon Duke and Roberta Haar
Glossary
The essays in Europe Today are well written and often stimulating. . . . Those teaching about contemporary Europe will find it a very useful work to have on their bookshelves.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— H-German
A very useful text, and not only for its principal audience.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— Perspectives on Political Science
Given the caliber of the contributors and the refreshingly accessible nature of the individual chapters, this edited volume should prove of considerable value to teachers and students of European studies.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— Political Studies Review
The variety of emphases is hoped to encourage classroom discussion—an elegant reconciliation of educational merits with the difficulty of disciplining brilliant collaborators. Different and provoking approaches could also invite teachers to apply ‘the good and fine art’ of teaching against the text. The general tenor is realistic, without euphoric expectations. The primary quality of Europe Today as an American college textbook in international relations, in the essential context of national policies and interests, should not obscure its importance also for readers outside its primary target groups. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Journal of Strategic Studies
This title continues the tradition of past editions by examining contemporary European politics and economics. As in earlier editions, the book includes a time line, an introduction, country studies, and chapters that focus on significant trends. Comparing the countries included in the 'Country Studies' section of this newest edition reveals some differences. Germany, France, Great Britain, Italy, and the Scandinavian region are featured in all previous editions, whereas Russia and Poland, included in this fourth edition, did not always appear in older editions. The country studies provide an excellent historical overview, along with coverage of the current political climate, for each featured country. The chapter on postwar Italy's complicated political history is particularly interesting. The editors continue to address significant European issues. Contributors represent scholars from a variety of disciplines and institutions. Some names are new to this edition, while others have contributed to earlier versions. Chapters include box inserts of news articles, statistics, maps (where relevant), and a bibliography for further reading. The 'Thematic Chapters' section supports the tone set in the introduction, which states that 'Europe faces an existential crisis,' by focusing on the struggles for European integration, governance, and dealing with NATO. Highly recommended. Lower-level undergraduates and above.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— Choice
A superb overview of Europe's political, economic, and strategic landscape, offering a comprehensive and penetrating analysis of the European Union and its individual member states.
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— Charles A. Kupchan, Georgetown University; Council on Foreign Relations; author of The End of the American Era
I was very impressed with Europe Today. It seems almost tailor-made for the way I've been teaching the course and the material I always want to cover.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— Jeff Persels, University of South Carolina