Developments in European Politics considers what Europe is, where it came from, and what European citizens can make of it. It brings together specially commissioned chapters by leading authorities to give an up-to-date and systematic analysis of European political developments - in institutions, processes and policy - at national, regional and international levels. It provides wide-ranging and clear analysis of the factors influencing European politics, from populism and extremism in national politics to the broader forces of globalization, immigration, climate change and international terrorism.
Bringing together a brand new contributor team, this new edition offers:
- More coverage of Europe's role in the world
- Increased focus on the attitudes of European citizens as the motor of European politics
- End of chapter reading suggestions and key questions, enabling readers to engage with the important issues at stake
- An overarching framework that hones in on four contemporary themes: the rise of authoritarian politics, the mismanagement of globalization, the perception of collective insecurity, and the disintegration of Europe.
This is an ideal text for students undertaking courses on European Politics, as well as anyone interested in understanding the political challenges facing Europe today.

Introduction
1. Democracy and Accountability in 21st Century Europe, Simona Piattoni
2. Representation and Accountability, Julia Schulte-Cloos
3. Local Governance and Local Communities in Europe, Jennifer Fitzgerald
4. Informal Institutions: The World's Open Secrets, Veronica Anghel
5. Political Mobilization and Social Movements in Europe, Alice Mattoni and Julia Rone
6. Climate Change and the Environment, Clare Saunders
7. Capitalist Varieties under One Roof: Coping with Diversity in the European Union, Vera Scepanovic
8. Worlds of Welfare Regimes, Kimberly J. Morgan
9. Gender, Women, and Politics, Lisa Baglione
10. The Comparative Politics of Migration Governance in Europe, Regine Paul
11. Populism and Extremism, Léonie de Jonge
12. Integration and Disintegration, Nicole Lindstrom
13. Terrorism and Organized Crime, Rosa Maryon and Simone Tholens
14. European Foreign Policy, Sonia Lucarelli
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