The Microstates Of Europe

Author : P. Christiaan Klieger
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2012-11-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780739174272

Get Book

The Microstates of Europe by P. Christiaan Klieger Pdf

The seven microstates of Europe, i.e. Andorra, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Malta, San Marino, Sovereign Order of St. John, and Vatican City are remarkable not only for their size, but their persistence. Most have been around for centuries, while much larger empires have come and gone. Despite the great events of the last two millennia, these countries have come into existence and have managed to steer a course away from incorporation within their larger neighbors. Why is this? Rather than being an exercise in triviality, the study in The Microstates of Europe: Designer Nations in a Post-Modern World of the histories of these tiny states may provide insight into tenaciousness of national aspirations and ethnic solidarity that are everywhere evident. Modernist studies tend to view the microstates as illogical anomalies destined to disappear under the crush of social progress. However, these states are anything but marginal—in fact, they are among the richest states in the world. This book examines the phenomenon from structural history and anthropological perspectives. It is not a grand history of petite places—rather, it is an “ethnographic anthology” of a few places in Europe that should not logically exist. The Microstates of Europe is a post-modern critique of the trends of globalism, and it examines the counter-trend of increasing nationalism, particularism, and cultural relativism. Rather than being eclectic exceptions, the microstates may demonstrate the survival of extremely long enduring mechanisms of collective boundary maintenance that are most likely present in many communities throughout the world.

Author : Thomas M. Eccardt
Publisher : Hippocrene Books
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : 0781810329

Get Book

Secrets of the Seven Smallest States of Europe by Thomas M. Eccardt Pdf

"This unique book examines the history, culture, and inner workings of the seven smallest independent countries in Europe. These are among the oldest states on the continent and, despite their diversity, they have much in common. Most have relatively high per capita incomes and life expectancies, and relatively low unemployment. This narrative presents the unique issues that confront small countries, including maintaining their independence, economic viability, preserving their native languages, and sustaining their governments. The second part of the book describes each microstate in turn, showing how each one has met these challenges and adapted over time. These concise and engaging chapters contain cultural information on subjects including the arts, gastronomy, and popular tourist sites."--Provided by publisher.

Author : Dallen J. Timothy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Geopolitics
ISBN : 1789243122

Get Book

Tourism in European Microstates and Dependencies by Dallen J. Timothy Pdf

"Tourism in European Microstates and Dependencies carefully examines the nuances and realities associated with tourism, social and economic development, geography, and geopolitics of Europe's microstates and dependences"--

Author : Dallen J. Timothy
Publisher : CABI
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-06
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781789243109

Get Book

Tourism in European Microstates and Dependencies by Dallen J. Timothy Pdf

Tourism in European Microstates and Dependencies carefully examines the nuances and realities associated with tourism, social and economic development, geography, and geopolitics of Europe's smallest microstates and dependencies. Through case study-based material, the book covers the smallest states of Europe, the European dependencies inside Europe, and other unique territorial anomalies and unrecognized de facto states. It looks at how, besides small size and economy of scale, one of the characteristics that connects these unique states and territories is their dependence on tourism, or their desire to develop it, for their socio-economic well-being.

Author : Jorri Duursma
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1996-10-31
Category : History
ISBN : 0521563607

Get Book

Fragmentation and the International Relations of Micro-states by Jorri Duursma Pdf

At a time when nearly all armed conflicts are related to self-determination, and frequently to claims for secession, this meticulous study examines the legal issues at stake in the light of the existence of European micro-States: Liechtenstein, San Marino, Monaco, Andorra and the Vatican City. Jorri Duursma makes a thorough analysis of the true origins, meaning and faults of the modern right of self-determination, asking fundamental questions: What constitutes a people with a right to self-determination? How small a people has this right? Who are allowed to secede? What is a state according to international law? Jorri Duursma's book provides an up-to-date and informed account of these important issues which also draws on recent experiences in Eastern Europe and Yugoslavia. It is the first book to provide a thorough international legal account of the European micro-states, and develops a novel approach to the problems of fragmentation.

Author : Clive Archer,Alyson J.K. Bailes,Anders Wivel
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-03-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317755357

Get Book

Small States and International Security by Clive Archer,Alyson J.K. Bailes,Anders Wivel Pdf

This book explains what ‘small’ states are and explores their current security challenges, in general terms and through specific examples. It reflects the shift from traditional security definitions emphasizing defence and armaments, to new security concerns such as economic, societal and environmental security where institutional cooperation looms larger. These complex issues, linked with traditional power relations and new types of actors, need to be tackled with due regard to democracy and good governance. Key policy challenges for small states are examined and applied in the regional case studies. The book deals mainly with the current experience and recent past of such states but also offers insights for their future policies. Although many of the states covered are European, the study also includes African, Caribbean and Asian small states. Their particular interest and relevance is outlined, as is the connection between their security challenges and their smallness. Policy lessons for other states are then sought. The book is the first in-depth, multi-continent study of security as an aspect of small state governance today. It is novel in placing the security dilemmas of small states in the context of wider ideas on international and institutional change, and in dealing with non-European states and regions.

Author : Archie W. Simpson
Publisher : Vernon Press
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781648891946

Get Book

A Theory of Disfunctionality: The European Micro-states as Disfunctional States in the International System by Archie W. Simpson Pdf

"A Theory of Disfunctionality: The European Micro-states as Disfunctional States in the International System" explains the continuing survival of European micro-states as members of the international system. Micro-states are small sovereign states with populations of 1 million or less, of which there are 10 in Europe. The existence of micro-states raises a number of questions about the nature of statehood, the recognition of sovereignty, and the ability of such states to maintain a presence in international politics. This book establishes the ‘theory of disfunctionality’ in which a functional account of statehood is proposed. It is argued that the state has six functions—but the micro-states are so small that they ‘contract out’ some state functions to others in the international system. By doing this, the micro-states ensure their continuing survival in international politics. The book, which focuses on two case studies—Monaco and Luxembourg—, will be of particular interest to those involved in small state studies including scholars, students, practitioners and policy-makers, as well as those researching International Relations and state theory.

Author : Wouter Veenendaal
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317646570

Get Book

Politics and Democracy in Microstates by Wouter Veenendaal Pdf

Why are small states statistically more likely to have a democratic political system? By addressing this question from a qualitative and comparative methodological angle, this book analyses the effects of a small population size on political competition and participation. By comparing the four microstates of San Marino (Europe), St. Kitts and Nevis (Caribbean), Seychelles (Africa), and Palau (Oceania), it provides fresh and stimulating insight, concluding that the political dynamics of microstates are not as democratic as commonly believed. Instead, it is found in all four cases that smallness results in personalistic politics, dominance of the political executive, patron-client relations between citizens and politicians, and the circumvention of formal political institutions. In addition, the book suggests that the study of formal institutions provides an incomplete image of microstate democracy and that informal characteristics of politics in microstates also need to be explored in order to better explain the influence of smallness on democracy. This book will be of key interest to scholars and students of democracy, democratization, regional and decentralization studies and comparative politics.

Author : Christine Ingebritsen,Iver Neumann,Sieglinde Gsthl
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780295802107

Get Book

Small States in International Relations by Christine Ingebritsen,Iver Neumann,Sieglinde Gsthl Pdf

Smaller nations have a special place in the international system, with a striking capacity to defy the expectations of most observers and many prominent theories of international relations. This volume of classic essays highlights the ability of small states to counter power with superior commitment, to rely on tightly knit domestic institutions with a shared "ideology of social partnership," and to set agendas as "norm entrepreneurs." The volume is organized around themes such as how and why small states defy expectations of realist approaches to the study of power; the agenda-setting capacity of smaller powers in international society and in regional governance structures such as the European Union; and how small states and representatives from these societies play the role of norm entrepreneurs in world politics -- from the promotion of sustainable solutions to innovative humanitarian programs and policies..

Author : Dave Hutchinson
Publisher : Solaris
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781849976565

Get Book

Europe in Autumn by Dave Hutchinson Pdf

Author : Archie W. Simpson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-01-15
Category : History
ISBN : 0773435034

Get Book

The European Micro-States As Disfunctional States in the International System by Archie W. Simpson Pdf

This study is concerned with European micro-states and their continual survival in the international system. Micro-states are sovereign states with populations up to one million people. The study of micro-states is much neglected within the discipline of International Relations and yet there are a wide number of very small states in the contemporary international system. The existence of micro-states raises a number of serious questions involving the granting of statehood, recognition of sovereignty and the ability of micro-states to maintain their presence in the international system.

Author : Malcolm Anderson,Eberhard Bort
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 1855674866

Get Book

The Frontiers of Europe by Malcolm Anderson,Eberhard Bort Pdf

The political geography of Europe and consequentially, the issues confronting the European Union have changed radically since 1989. Understanding the complex nature of international frontiers in Europe is essential in contemporary politics.

Author : Robert Steinmetz
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317054306

Get Book

Small States in Europe by Robert Steinmetz Pdf

The effects of recent institutional change within the European Union on small states have often been overlooked. This book offers an accessible, coherent and informative analysis of contemporary and future foreign policy challenges facing small states in Europe. Leading experts analyze the experiences of a number of small states including the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Luxembourg, Cyprus, Iceland, Austria and Switzerland. Each account, written to a common template, explores the challenges and opportunities faced by each state as a consequence of EU integration, and how their behaviour regarding EU integration has been characterized. In particular, the contributors emphasize the importance of power politics, institutional dynamics and lessons of the past. Innovative and sophisticated, the study draws on the relational understanding of small states to emphasize the implications of institutional change at the European level for the smaller states and to explain how the foreign and European policies of small states in the region are affected by the European Union.

Author : Michael Emerson
Publisher : CEPS
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Andorra
ISBN : 9789290797333

Get Book

Andorra and the European Union by Michael Emerson Pdf

Author : Godfrey Baldacchinoel,Anders Wivel
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781788112932

Get Book

Handbook on the Politics of Small States by Godfrey Baldacchinoel,Anders Wivel Pdf

Comprehensive and timely, this Handbook identifies the key characteristics, challenges and opportunities involved in the politics of small states across the globe today. Acknowledging the historical legacies behind these states, the chapters unpack the costs and benefits of different political models for small states.