Format:
1 Online-Ressource (xvi, 439 Seiten)
Edition:
Eleventh edition
ISBN:
9781442260580
,
9781538146613
Content:
This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary Germany, one of the world's leading economic and political powers. Tracing the country's transformation since World War II, the authors provide an in-depth guide to Germany's institutions, actors, and challenges.
Content:
The German Polity -- Contents -- List of Tables and Figures -- Preface to the Eleventh Edition -- Introduction to the Eleventh Edition -- The Study of German Politics -- The Plan of This Book -- 1 The Historical Setting: Three Reichs -- The First Reich -- The Rise of Prussia -- The Empire (1871-1918) -- World War I and the Collapse of the Second Reich -- The Weimar Republic (1919-1933) -- The Nazi Seizure of Power -- The Third Reich and World War II -- Summary and Conclusion -- 2 From Division to Reunification -- The Formation of the Federal Republic -- The Basic Law -- The German Democratic Republic -- Building Socialism: 1949-1961 -- After the Wall-Stability and Consolidation -- Crisis and Collapse of the Communist Regime: 1985-1989 -- The Unification Process -- Summary and Conclusion -- 3 The Social and Economic Setting -- Area and Population -- Urbanization and Industrialization -- An Export-Oriented Economy -- The Rural Sector -- Regionalism -- Occupational and Class Structure -- The Economy -- From Economic Basket Case to Savior of the Euro -- The Economy's Hidden Champions: The Mittelstand -- Continued Challenges -- The Eastern German Economy since Reunification -- Income Structure -- Capital Resources -- Religious Composition -- Age and Family Structure -- Family Structure -- The Educational System -- Basic Structure -- Mass Media -- The Press -- Television and Radio -- Summary and Conclusion -- 4 Political Culture, Participation, and Civil Liberties -- Political Values -- National Identity -- Legitimacy -- Democratic Values, Processes, and Institutions -- Democratic Support in East Germany -- Political Interest and Involvement -- The General Pattern -- Social Capital -- New Forms of Political Participation: Citizen Groups and Movements -- Civil Liberties and Human Rights -- Civil Liberties Controversies.
Content:
This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a comprehensive introduction to contemporary Germany, one of the world’s foremost economic and political powers. During a series of profound crises over the last decade, including migration challenges, Brexit, and the Covid-19 pandemic, Germany has emerged as the undisputed leader of the European Union. One of the world’s strongest economies, it exports goods, services, and ideas around the world. In foreign policy, it has taken on a more prominent role, especially with its pursuit of soft power. Yet, as adept as German policy making has been, the challenges have produced strains that reveal the limits of German influence. Moreover, after sixteen years in power, Chancellor Angela Merkel will retire and new leadership will guide the country through the 2020s. Looking back, Eric Langenbacher traces the country’s transformation since the seminal turning points of 1945 after World War II and 1990 after reunification. Looking to the present, the author explains and assesses its major institutions, actors, and issues. Looking forward, he explores the looming economic, security, and demographic challenges Germany must address in the years to come.
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Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781442260566
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe ISBN 9781442260566
Language:
English
URL:
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/kxp/detail.action?docID=4816238
Author information:
Langenbacher, Eric 1972-
Author information:
Conradt, David P.
