GOVT284

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GOVT284

Politics and Government in Western Europe GOVT284 SP

Next Offered in 9899 SP

This course provides an introduction to Western European political systems. We will focus exclusively on the four major countries: Britain, France, Germany and Italy. For each country case, we will look at the historical development of political economies and political institutions. This intersection of market and polity--the tension between social class and citizenship--constitutes the dominant comparative focus of the course. Through the use of novels and films as well as more conventional social scientific texts, the course will also explore the contemporary relationship between state and society in these four countries. Thus, the course will explore both theoretical tools and substantive issues.

MAJOR READINGS

Ashford, POLICY AND POLITICS IN FRANCE
Edinger, POLITICS IN WEST GERMANY
Grew, CRISES IN POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT IN EUROPE AND THE
UNITED STATES
Katzenstein, THE SEMI-SOVEREIGN STATE
Leys, POLITICS IN BRITAIN
Norton, THE BRITISH POLITY
Spots and Wieser, ITALY: A DIFFICULT DEMOCRACY
Wright, FRANCE IN MODERN TIMES

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three short papers (5-7 pages in length). Final examination in class.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON WRITING

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS GOVT

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998

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