Contention and Democracy in Europe, 1650–2000

Charles Tilly (Columbia University, New York), Douglas McAdam, Sidney G. Tarrow , The late Charles Tilly

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English

Cambridge University Pres
30 March 2004

European history; Sociology & anthropology; Politics & government; Political science & theory; Political structures: democracy

Series: Cambridge Studies in Contentious Politics

Contention and Democracy in Europe, 1650-2000 is an analysis of the relationship between democratization and contentious politics that builds upon the model set forth in the pathbreaking book, Dynamics of Contention. Using a sustained comparison of French and British histories since 1650 or so as a springboard for more general comparison within Europe Contention and Democracy goes on to demonstrate that democratization occurred as

result of struggles during which (as in 19th century Britain and France) few, if any, of the participants were self-consciously trying to create democratic institutions. Consequently, circumstances for democratization vary from era to era, region to region as functions of previous history, international environments, available models of political organization, and predominant patterns of social relations.

By: Charles Tilly (Columbia University New York)
Series edited by: Douglas McAdam, Sidney G. Tarrow, The late Charles Tilly
Imprint: Cambridge University Pres
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 470g
ISBN: 9780521537131
ISBN 10: 0521537134
Series: Cambridge Studies in Contentious Politics
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 30 March 2004
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Contention and Democracy in Europe, 1650–2000

'... an ambitious, well-written book ...'. Political Studies Review '... Tilly is to be congratulated for his brave grasp of a vast sociological literature that illuminates many important historical details. His treatment of the vital role played by the Low Countries in the history of democracy in Europe is especially good.' The Times Higher Education Supplement