Constructing Democracy in Southern Europe: A Comparative Analysis of Italy, Spain and Turkey Contributor(s): McLaren, Lauren M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415591619 ISBN-13: 9780415591614 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $54.10 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Process - General |
Dewey: 320.94 |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.04 lbs) 336 pages |
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Publisher Description: Why are some regimes democratic while others are not? Specifically, how have Spain and Italy managed to become democratic while Turkey, which shares many similar characteristics, has not? Spain, Italy and Turkey have shared common historical features which would have been disruptive to any new democracy; however they represent a wide array of democratization experiences. Providing a comparative case study analysis, this book offers some clues as to the reasons for successful transitions to democracy. This is done through a range of variables which include:
By examining these variables across the three countries, Lauren McLaren narrows the range of possible explanations for differences in democratic consolidation. The book will be of particular interest to students and researchers of European Politics and Democratization Studies. |