Deindustrialisation in Twentieth-Century Europe: The Northwest of Italy and the Ruhr Region in Comparison

This book explores the social movements that brought about and challenged deindustrialization in the Ruhr region in Germany and the Northwest of Italy in the late twentieth century, providing a comparative overview of policy implementation, class relations, the changing political economy, and environmental impact. It is a valuable contribution to deindustrialization studies, particularly in Europe.

Format: Hardback
Length: 490 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book delves into the profound social movements that sparked and ultimately challenged the deindustrialization process in two significant economies of the late 20th century. The Ruhr region in Germany and the Northwest of Italy, both heavily impacted by industrial decline, underwent significant structural transformations from the 1960s onwards. Drawing upon the expertise of esteemed scholars in the field, this comprehensive collection offers a comparative analysis of these regions, exploring policy implementation, class relations, the evolving political economy, and the ecological consequences of deindustrialization. By examining industrial and post-industrial landscapes, urban developments, and labor relations, the authors contextualize their transnational findings within the broader discourse on deindustrialization in the global North. This much-needed contribution to the study of deindustrialization expands the scope beyond North America and the UK, making it an invaluable resource for researchers interested in exploring the social history of Europe and the complex dynamics of industrial transition.

Weight: 758g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030896300
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022