Comparative Politics and Government of the Baltic States - by D Auers (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Tracing the development of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania over the last quarter century, this text considers the political history and the impact of the Soviet era on the modern states and compares institutional choices made since 1991. It analyses parties and electoral systems, as well as the development of civil society, the impact of corruption, and the enduring ethnic issues caused by un-integrated large Russophone minorities in Estonia and Latvia. Addressing key issues such as economic development in the region and the Baltic states' search for security, it offers a new perspective on the unique Baltic social model that has emerged over the last quarter century"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>This book traces the development of the political institutions, electoral systems, parties, civil society, economic and social policies and foreign affairs of the three Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania over the last quarter century.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>'Auers provides the first genuinely comparative overview of Estonian, Latvian and Lithuanian politics. His comprehensive and systematic analysis is based on extensive research and is written with flair. It is highly recommended for students of political science, yet easily accessible for anyone with a more general interest in the region.'</p> <p> Andres Kasekamp, Professor of Baltic Politics, University of Tartu, Estonia</p> <p>'This comparative volume suitably highlights similarities and differences between the three Baltic states while at one end grounding the discussion in historical experience and at the other giving it a contemporary ring with colourful anecdotes. It both provides students with comprehensive coverage of these countries and offers essential background to those interested in current affairs of the region.'</p> <p> Geoffrey Pridham, Professor of European Politics, University of Bristol, UK</p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Daunis Auers is Associate Professor of Comparative Politics, University of Latvia, Latvia.
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