Consociationalism and Power-Sharing in Europe: Arend Lijphart’s Theory of Political Accommodation
Michaelina Jakala · Durukan Kuzu · Matt Qvortrup
Dec 2017 · Springer
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This book examines the theoretical and practical relevance and challenges of the consociationalist model of democracy. Since the publication of the Politics of Accommodation (1968) and Democracy in Plural Societies (1977) Professor Lijphart’s theories and practical implementations have played a key role in establishing enduring peace settlements. In this edited volume, scholars and Professor Lijphart himself critically examine the history of consocationalism and its application in areas including Northern Ireland, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Colombia. The book will be essential reading for undergraduate and graduate students of political science, comparative politics, transitional justice and peace studies. It will also be of use to practitioners ranging from diplomats to NGOs who are interested in the practical application of tested models of political accommodation.
About the author
Michaelina Jakala is Research Fellow at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, Coventry University, UK. She has published in journals such as Political Geography and the Annals of the Association of American Geographers.
Durukan Kuzu is Research Associate at the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations, Coventry University, UK. He has published in journals such as Nations and Nationalism, Comparative European Politics, and the Journal on Ethno-politics and Minority Issues in Europe.
Matt Qvortrup is Professor of Applied Political Science and International Relations at Coventry University, UK. His previous books include Referendums Around the World (2017) and Angela Merkel: Europe's Most Influential Leader (2016).
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