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The Nile on eBay FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Modern Romania: The End of Communism, the Failure of Democratic Reform, and the Theft of a Nation by Tom Gallagher, Gerald Horne "Gallagher thinks in neat, clear categories and writes with a style to match."—"Foreign Affairs""Modern Romania" makes a significant contribution to the political history of Romania and Central Europe, as well as to the literature on the dynamics of political and social change in the region. The book has special merit in identifying a number of factors that threaten the stability of democracy in Romania—the most insidious of these being the endemic corruption which affects all aspects of society. Gallagher sounds a timely warning note about Romanias future.—Dennis Deletant, author of "Ceausescu and the Securitate"[T]his volume serves as an excellent introduction...For those familiar with the country, Gallagher offers much food for thought, and although some may not agree with the tenor of his conclusions, there can be no doubt that he has pointed to some of the important issues that Romania must grapple with as it enters this new phase of European Union membership.—"Slavic Review"Since the 1989 fall of Communism in Eastern Europe, Romania, arguably the most regimented of states in the Soviet bloc, has struggled with the transition from totalitarian state to democratic nation. In this insightful examination of modern Romania, Tom Gallagher provides an overview of Romanias unique political and social history, focusing on both its national identity as well as the legacy of Soviet rule. Gallagher provides an in-depth look at Romania since 1989, focusing on the governments attempts at economic reform, engagement with democracy, problems with corruption among the ruling elite, as well as the weakness of civil society and the resilience of implacable expressions ofnationalism. Ultimately, Gallagher argues that thus far democracy has essentially failed in Romania. In fact, he warns that Romania is on its way to becoming one of the most unequal states in Europe and quite possibly a future trouble-spot unless efforts to resume much-needed reforms are undertaken. FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Since the 1989 fall of Communism in Eastern Europe, Romania, arguably the most regimented of states in the Soviet bloc, has struggled with the transition from totalitarian state to democratic nation. In this insightful examination of modern Romania, Tom Gallagher provides an overview of Romania's unique political and social history, focusing on both its national identity as well as the legacy of Soviet rule. Gallagher provides an in-depth look at Romania since 1989, focusing on the government's attempts at economic reform, engagement with democracy, problems with corruption among the ruling elite, as well as the weakness of civil society and the resilience of implacable expressions of nationalism. Ultimately, Gallagher argues that thus far democracy has essentially failed in Romania. In fact, he warns that Romania is on its way to becoming one of the most unequal states in Europe and quite possibly a future trouble-spot unless efforts to resume much-needed reforms are undertaken. Author Biography Tom Gallagher holds the Chair of Ethnic Conflict and Peace at Bradford University. He is the author of many books, most recently Outcast Europe Balkans From The Ottomans To Milosevic: 1789 - 1989. Table of Contents Acknowledgements BiographiesAcronyms Maps Introduction Chapters CONTENTS 1. Democracy constrained by Backwardness, 1866-1945 2. Return to Underdevelopment: the Imposition and Consequences of Communist Rule, 1945-1989 3. Comrades Discard the Ideology but Conserve 4. Romania Adrift, 1992-1996 5. 'In Office but not in Power': Constantinescu's Honeymoon, 1996-1998 6. A Broken-backed Coalition 7. Staggering to the Finishing Line 8. Taking Things to Extremes: the 2000 Elections and their Outcome 9. A Messiah for Romania? Corneliu Vadim Tudor and the Greater Romania Party 10. Looters of the State by Appointment of Brussels: Return of the Social Democrats, 2001-2003 Notes Bibliography Index Review "Gallagher thinks in neat, clear categories and writes with a style to match." -Foreign Affairs "[T]his volume serves as an excellent introduction...For those familiar with the country, Gallagher offers much food for thought, and although some may not agree with the tenor of his conclusions, there can be no doubt that he has pointed to some of the important issues that Romania must grapple with as it enters this new phase of European Union membership." -Slavic Review "Modern Romania makes a significant contribution to the political history of Romania and Central Europe, as well as to the literature on the dynamics of political and social change in the region. The book has special merit in identifying a number of factors that threaten the stability of democracy in Romania--the most insidious of these being the endemic corruption which affects all aspects of society. Gallagher sounds a timely warning note about Romania's future." -Dennis Deletant,author of Ceausescu and the Securitate Long Description Since the 1989 fall of Communism in Eastern Europe, Romania, arguably the most regimented of states in the Soviet bloc, has struggled with the transition from totalitarian state to democratic nation. In this insightful examination of modern Romania, Tom Gallagher provides an overview of Romania's unique political and social history, focusing on both its national identity as well as the legacy of Soviet rule. Gallagher provides an in-depth look at Romania since 1989, focusing on the government's attempts at economic reform, engagement with democracy, problems with corruption among the ruling elite, as well as the weakness of civil society and the resilience of implacable expressions of nationalism. Ultimately, Gallagher argues that thus far democracy has essentially failed in Romania. In fact, he warns that Romania is on its way to becoming one of the most unequal states in Europe and quite possibly a future trouble-spot unless efforts to resume much-needed reforms are undertaken. Review Text "Gallagher thinks in neat, clear categories and writes with a style to match." -Foreign Affairs "[T]his volume serves as an excellent introduction...For those familiar with the country, Gallagher offers much food for thought, and although some may not agree with the tenor of his conclusions, there can be no doubt that he has pointed to some of the important issues that Romania must grapple with as it enters this new phase of European Union membership." -Slavic Review "Modern Romania makes a significant contribution to the political history of Romania and Central Europe, as well as to the literature on the dynamics of political and social change in the region. The book has special merit in identifying a number of factors that threaten the stability of democracy in Romania--the most insidious of these being the endemic corruption which affects all aspects of society. Gallagher sounds a timely warning note about Romania's future." -Dennis Deletant,author of Ceausescu and the Securitate Review Quote "With his characteristic verve, Horne has written an excellent book about the fascinating and mysterious Lawrence Dennis. This pairing of the leftist black intellectual Horne and the racially-closeted fascist Dennis makes for an exciting exploration of obscure terrain that warrants more notice. Horne has performed an important service by revealing so vividly Dennis's strange but instructive career." - Randall Kennedy, Harvard Law School Details ISBN0814731724 Author Gerald Horne Short Title MODERN ROMANIA Publisher New York University Press Language English ISBN-10 0814731724 ISBN-13 9780814731727 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 949.803 Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-06-30 Imprint New York University Press Subtitle The End of Communism, the Failure of Democratic Reform, and the Theft of a Nation Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Birth 1954 Residence US Illustrations black & white illustrations Pages 430 DOI 10.1604/9780814731727 Audience Professional and Scholarly AU Release Date 2005-06-01 NZ Release Date 2005-06-01 US Release Date 2005-06-01 UK Release Date 2005-06-01 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! 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