Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe: From the Ancien R?gime to the Present Day

Description: Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe by Sheri Berman Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe examines the development of various political regimes in Europe from the ancien régime up through the present day. It analyzes why democracy flourishes at some times and in some places but not others and draws lessons from European history that can help us better understand the political situation the world finds itself in today. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description At the end of the twentieth century, many believed the story of European political development had come to an end. Modern democracy began in Europe, but for hundreds of years it competed with various forms of dictatorship. Now, though, the entire continent was in the democratic camp for the first time in history. But within a decade, this story had already begun to unravel. Some of the continents newer democracies slid back towards dictatorship, while citizens inmany of its older democracies began questioning democracys functioning and even its legitimacy. And of course it is not merely in Europe where democracy is under siege. Across the globe the immenseoptimism accompanying the post-Cold War democratic wave has been replaced by pessimism. Many new democracies in Latin America, Africa, and Asia began "backsliding," while the Arab Spring quickly turned into the Arab winter. The victory of Donald Trump led many to wonder if it represented a threat to the future of liberal democracy in the United States. Indeed, it is increasingly common today for leaders, intellectuals, commentators and others to claim that rather than democracy, some formdictatorship or illiberal democracy is the wave of the future.In Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe, Sheri Berman traces the long history of democracy in its cradle, Europe. Sheexplains that in fact, just about every democratic wave in Europe initially failed, either collapsing in upon itself or succumbing to the forces of reaction. Yet even when democratic waves failed, there were always some achievements that lasted. Even the most virulently reactionary regimes could not suppress every element of democratic progress. Panoramic in scope, Berman takes readers through two centuries of turmoil: revolution, fascism, civil war, and - -finally -- the emergence of liberaldemocratic Europe in the postwar era. A magisterial retelling of modern European political history, Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe not explains how democracy actually develops, but how we shouldinterpret the current wave of illiberalism sweeping Europe and the rest of the world. Author Biography Sheri Berman is Professor of Political Science at Barnard College, Columbia University. She has written extensively on democracy, authoritarianism, populism, fascism, the history of the left, and European politics for both scholarly and non-scholarly publications. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Questions About Political DevelopmentChapter 2. The Ancien RégimeChapter 3. English Exceptionalism IChapter 4. The French RevolutionChapter 5. 1848Chapter 6. The French Third RepublicChapter 7. Italian UnificationChapter 8. German UnificationChapter 9. Interwar FranceChapter 10. English Exceptionalism IIChapter 11. The Rise of Fascism in ItalyChapter 12. The Weimar RepublicChapter 13. SpainChapter 14. Rebuilding Western EuropeChapter 15. The Transition to Communism in East-Central EuropeChapter 16. The Transition to Democracy in SpainChapter 17. The Transition to Democracy in East-Central EuropeChapter 18. Conclusion. Lessons Learned Review "Sheri Bermans Democracy and Dictatorship is one of the few books that grabbed me with its opening paragraph... One of the many virtues of [her] calm, reasoned, and well-informed examination of the (at best) checkered history of democratic institutions on the European continent is that she takes the long view and an evidentiary rather than emotional approach." -- Aram Bakshian Jr., Washington Times"Sheri Berman traces the history of democratisation and dictatorship in Europe from the ancien régime to the postwar period. Her thesis explains how individual liberties and human rights are constantly under challenge from both the extreme left and the far right." -- Australian Book Review"As Sheri Berman conveys in her magisterial new book on the birth of modern European politics, history ought to give us a profound sense of modesty about whether we can ever take democracy for granted... Anyone concerned about todays crisis should consult Bermans stimulating book... As a scholar of European politics with subspecialties in fascism, populism, and the left, Berman shows great facility with the depth and breadth of this vast topic... Bermansrichly textured work of political history reminds us of timeless verities." -- Democracy Journal"A dense, astute history and warning about the importance-in the face of growing illiberalism and the reawakening of authoritarianism-of continuing to strengthen democratic institutions and structures." -- Kirkus Reviews"Sheri Berman has written a comprehensive and incisive -- I would even say indispensable -- guide to the historical conditions under which democracies rise and persist. Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe is a model for the kind of scholarship we urgently need today: erudite and analytically exact, it stands in continual dialogue with the most pressing political question of our time. And just in case that werent enough, it will not only leave readersbetter equipped to understand the current moment, but also more optimistic that we may yet be able to shape a better future." -- Yascha Mounk, author of The People vs. Democracy; Lecturer on Government,Harvard University; and Senior Fellow, New America"Sheri Bermans Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe is a magisterial survey of the ebb and flow of democratic tides over centuries of European politics. In her able hands, democracys history counters the myopia of the present and offers hope for the future. Because past democratizers were able to overcome seemingly fatal setbacks, there is no compelling reason to assume that todays democratic recession will continue indefinitely." --William A. Galston, Senior Fellow, The Brookings Institution"Sheri Berman brings history back into our anguished debate about the future of liberal democracy. A sweeping and authoritative review of political development in Europe and America since the 17th century, her work restores perspective and context to contemporary debates about democracy today." -- Michael Ignatieff, President, Central European University, Budapest"Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe provides a lucid account of the way that European countries moved towards, and then away from democracy. Sheri Berman is one of the best comparativists going, providing an encompassing framework for understanding the historical development of modern institutions." -- Francis Fukuyama, author of Identity and Director of the Stanford Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law"Berman shows that the story of democracy in Europe is complicated. A step forward is often followed by a step back. This may seem a bit obvious to anyone familiar with the broad outlines of European history, but Berman makes the case clearly and convincingly. Moreover, at a moment when hyperventilating over the decline of democracy has grown into a veritable intellectual industry, her long-view approach comes across as appealingly sober." - The New York Times"Readers will come away from Bermans account with useful insights on the vital question of why democracy sometimes succeeds but often does not." - Foreign Affairs"Bermans book provides an essential grounding for those studying comparative politics. Highly Recommended." - M.G. Roskin, CHOICE Promotional Examines the development of various political regimes in Europe from the ancien régime up through the present day Long Description A magisterial look at the development of various political regimes in Europe from the ancien r Review Text "Sheri Bermans Democracy and Dictatorship is one of the few books that grabbed me with its opening paragraph... One of the many virtues of [her] calm, reasoned, and well-informed examination of the (at best) checkered history of democratic institutions on the European continent is that she takes the long view and an evidentiary rather than emotional approach." -- Aram Bakshian Jr., Washington Times"Sheri Berman traces the history of democratisation and dictatorship in Europe from the ancien r Review Quote "Sheri Bermans Democracy and Dictatorship is one of the few books that grabbed me with its opening paragraph... One of the many virtues of [her] calm, reasoned, and well-informed examination of the (at best) checkered history of democratic institutions on the European continent is that she takes the long view and an evidentiary rather than emotional approach." -- Aram Bakshian Jr., Washington Times "Sheri Berman traces the history of democratisation and dictatorship in Europe from the ancien rgime to the postwar period. Her thesis explains how individual liberties and human rights are constantly under challenge from both the extreme left and the far right." -- Australian Book Review "As Sheri Berman conveys in her magisterial new book on the birth of modern European politics, history ought to give us a profound sense of modesty about whether we can ever take democracy for granted... Anyone concerned about todays crisis should consult Bermans stimulating book... As a scholar of European politics with subspecialties in fascism, populism, and the left, Berman shows great facility with the depth and breadth of this vast topic... Bermans richly textured work of political history reminds us of timeless verities." -- Democracy Journal "A dense, astute history and warning about the importance-in the face of growing illiberalism and the reawakening of authoritarianism-of continuing to strengthen democratic institutions and structures." -- Kirkus Reviews "Sheri Berman has written a comprehensive and incisive -- I would even say indispensable -- guide to the historical conditions under which democracies rise and persist. Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe is a model for the kind of scholarship we urgently need today: erudite and analytically exact, it stands in continual dialogue with the most pressing political question of our time. And just in case that werent enough, it will not only leave readers better equipped to understand the current moment, but also more optimistic that we may yet be able to shape a better future." -- Yascha Mounk, author of The People vs. Democracy; Lecturer on Government, Harvard University; and Senior Fellow, New America "Sheri Bermans Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe is a magisterial survey of the ebb and flow of democratic tides over centuries of European politics. In her able hands, democracys history counters the myopia of the present and offers hope for the future. Because past democratizers were able to overcome seemingly fatal setbacks, there is no compelling reason to assume that todays democratic recession will continue indefinitely." -- William A. Galston, Senior Fellow, The Brookings Institution "Sheri Berman brings history back into our anguished debate about the future of liberal democracy. A sweeping and authoritative review of political development in Europe and America since the 17th century, her work restores perspective and context to contemporary debates about democracy today." -- Michael Ignatieff, President, Central European University, Budapest "Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe provides a lucid account of the way that European countries moved towards, and then away from democracy. Sheri Berman is one of the best comparativists going, providing an encompassing framework for understanding the historical development of modern institutions." -- Francis Fukuyama, author of Identity and Director of the Stanford Center on Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law "Berman shows that the story of democracy in Europe is complicated. A step forward is often followed by a step back. This may seem a bit obvious to anyone familiar with the broad outlines of European history, but Berman makes the case clearly and convincingly. Moreover, at a moment when hyperventilating over the decline of democracy has grown into a veritable intellectual industry, her long-view approach comes across as appealingly sober." - The New York Times "Readers will come away from Bermans account with useful insights on the vital question of why democracy sometimes succeeds but often does not." - Foreign Affairs "Bermans book provides an essential grounding for those studying comparative politics. Highly Recommended." - M.G. Roskin, CHOICE Feature Selling point: Provides a new understanding of the development of democracy and dictatorship in EuropeSelling point: Draws lessons from European political development that illuminate problems democracy is facing in Europe and elsewhere todaySelling point: Offers a new perspective on the relationship between the development of states, nations, and democracySelling point: Presents in-depth historical analysis of a wide range of historical cases as well as deep engagement with contemporary political science theorizing about democracy and dictatorship New Feature Chapter 1. Questions About Political Development Chapter 2. The Ancien Rgime Chapter 3. English Exceptionalism I Chapter 4. The French Revolution Chapter 5. 1848 Chapter 6. The French Third Republic Chapter 7. Italian Unification Chapter 8. German Unification Chapter 9. Interwar France Chapter 10. English Exceptionalism II Chapter 11. The Rise of Fascism in Italy Chapter 12. The Weimar Republic Chapter 13. Spain Chapter 14. Rebuilding Western Europe Chapter 15. The Transition to Communism in East-Central Europe Chapter 16. The Transition to Democracy in Spain Chapter 17. The Transition to Democracy in East-Central Europe Chapter 18. Conclusion. Lessons Learned Details ISBN0197539343 Author Sheri Berman Short Title Democracy and Dictatorship in Europe Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0197539343 ISBN-13 9780197539347 Format Paperback Subtitle From the Ancien Régime to the Present Day DEWEY 320.94 Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States UK Release Date 2021-04-12 NZ Release Date 2021-04-12 US Release Date 2021-04-12 Edited by Reena Mehra Birth 1953 Affiliation Associate Professor of Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University Position Associate Professor of Medicine Qualifications MD Pages 560 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc Publication Date 2021-04-12 Alternative 9780199373192 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2021-04-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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