ABSTRACT

This book presents a comprehensive and incisive exploration of the intricacies of the Italian political system.

Written in a lucid and informative style, the work features:

  • an examination of Italian political history from 1943 to the present day
  • an analysis of the governmental system, the constitutional framework, the core institutions, the electoral system and the key parties
  • an analysis of the role of contemporary pressure groups and social movements including environmental, labour and institutional organisations
  • discussions of important topical issues, such as corruption and organised crime
  • an exploration of Italian foreign policy towards the EU, the US and the wider world
  • a wide range of examples, tables and figures.

Italian Politics: Exploring the Dynamics of Political Change is an indispensable resource for students and scholars delving into Italian politics, Italian studies, European politics/studies, political systems and comparative politics.

chapter |3 pages

Introduction

chapter 1|25 pages

A tale of two republics

chapter 2|26 pages

Government and the state

chapter 4|18 pages

Organised interests and social movements

chapter 6|19 pages

Italy and the wider world

chapter 7|16 pages

Conclusion

The Italy of Berlusconi and his successors