The politics today companion to West European politics

"This exciting book is a handy reference guide for students of European politics and Area studies. A perfect companion to European politics today, written by the same authors, this book presents past events, prominent personalities, important dates, organisations and electoral information in an accessible, easy-to-read format." "It provides students with all the essential information required and a full definition of terms. The book is split into five sections for ease of use: a dictionary of significant political events, a chronology of major events in Europe since 1945, a biographical dictionary, a dictionary of political organisations and electoral data. In addition to being a comprehensive reference tool, this book will provide a sound historical background to the development of Western European politics." "This book is ideal for undergraduate students on politics, European studies and area studies courses."--BOOK JACKET.