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Why Switzerland?

Why Switzerland?

Why Switzerland?

2nd Edition
Jonathan Steinberg , University of Cambridge
September 1996
Replaced By 9780521709552
Paperback
9780521484534

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    Why Switzerland?, first published in 1976, offers a unique analysis of the structures that make Switzerland work and provides a short, concise "working model" for the visitor or student. Linking an analysis of the microeconomy to the major features in politics, history, religion and language, it shows how a "bottom up" society has survived in a world of "top down" states. For this new edition Jonathan Steinberg has completely revised and extended his text, and a number of unusual and attractive illustrations have been added.

    • A unique study of 'how Switzerland works' in a thoroughly revised and illustrated new edition
    • Offers a clear analysis of Switzerland's democratic politics, and describes models to imitate or consider
    • Questions the established doctrines about Switzerland's languages, politics, history, etc, and its position regarding the European Union

    Reviews & endorsements

    "I recommend that you buy it, read it, and realise what you are missing - not just the railways- by not being Swiss." -Swiss Express

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    35 b/w illus. 6 maps
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    Table of Contents

    • Preface
    • 1. Why Switzerland?
    • 2. History
    • 3. Politics
    • 4. Language
    • 5. Wealth
    • 6. Religion
    • 7. Identity
    • 8. Why Switzerland matters
    • Appendix. How to vote for the lower house of Parliament (Nationalrat) in Switzerland.
      Author
    • Jonathan Steinberg , University of Cambridge