The German Polity

Germany is a major economic and political power with a strong economy, exports, and soft power. It has faced challenges such as migration, Brexit, and the Covid-19 pandemic, but has emerged as the leader of the European Union. Eric Langenbacher traces the country's transformation since 1945 and 1990 and explores its major institutions, actors, and issues. He also explores the looming economic, security, and demographic challenges Germany must address in the years to come.

Format: Hardback
Length: 456 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2021
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Germany, a global economic and political powerhouse, has faced numerous crises in recent years, including migration challenges, Brexit, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these challenges, Germany has emerged as the undisputed leader of the European Union, with one of the world's strongest economies and a prominent role in foreign policy. However, the country's influence has also been limited by strains that reveal the limits of German power. Chancellor Angela Merkel's sixteen-year tenure is coming to an end, and new leadership will guide the country through the 2020s. Eric Langenbacher traces the country's transformation since the seminal turning points of 1945 after World War II and 1990 after reunification, explaining and assessing its major institutions, actors, and issues. He also explores the looming economic, security, and demographic challenges Germany must address in the years to come.

Weight: 1016g
Dimension: 264 x 187 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538146590
Edition number: Twelfth Edition