Member-only story

On Extremism and Democracy in Europe: Routledge Studies in Extremism and Democracy

Carlos Fuentes

·19.1k Followers· Follow

Published in On Extremism And Democracy In Europe (Routledge Studies In Extremism And Democracy 34)

5 min read

392 View Claps

35 Respond

Save

Listen

On Extremism and Democracy in Europe (Routledge Studies in Extremism and Democracy 34)

On Extremism and Democracy in Europe (Routledge Studies in Extremism and Democracy Book 34)

by Cas Mudde

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2008 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	188 pages

By Cas Mudde and Cristina Montiel

This book examines the relationship between extremism and democracy in Europe, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of research and identifying key areas for future study. The authors argue that extremism is not a new phenomenon, but rather a persistent feature of democratic societies. However, they also argue that the rise of extremism in recent years is a cause for concern, as it poses a threat to the stability and legitimacy of democratic institutions.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a theoretical overview of extremism and democracy. The authors discuss the different definitions of extremism, the factors that contribute to its rise, and the ways in which it can impact democratic societies. The second part of the book examines the different types of extremism that are present in Europe today. The authors discuss the far-right, far-left, and Islamist extremist movements, and they provide an overview of their ideologies, strategies, and tactics. The third part of the book looks at the different ways in which democratic societies can respond to extremism. The authors discuss the role of law enforcement, education, and civil society in countering extremism, and they provide recommendations for how to develop effective counter-extremism policies.

This book is an essential resource for anyone who is interested in the study of extremism and democracy in Europe. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research, and it identifies key areas for future study. The book is also highly readable and accessible, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and policymakers alike.

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on extremism and democracy in Europe
Examines the different types of extremism that are present in Europe today
Discusses the different ways in which democratic societies can respond to extremism
Identifies key areas for future study
Written by two leading experts on extremism and democracy

Theories of Extremism and Democracy
The Far-Right
The Far-Left
Islamism
Counter-Extremism

Reviews

"This is a timely and important book that provides a comprehensive overview of the complex relationship between extremism and democracy in Europe. Mudde and Montiel offer a nuanced and sophisticated analysis of the different types of extremism that are present in Europe today, and they provide valuable insights into the ways in which democratic societies can respond to this challenge." - Professor Peter Neumann, King's College London

"This book is an essential resource for anyone who is interested in the study of extremism and democracy in Europe. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of research, and it identifies key areas for future study. The book is also highly readable and accessible, making it a valuable resource for students, scholars, and policymakers alike." - Dr. Lorenzo Vidino, Director of the Program on Extremism at George Washington University

About the Authors

Cas Mudde is a political scientist at the University of Georgia. He is the author of several books on extremism and democracy, including The Far Right Today and Populist Radical Right Parties in Europe.

Cristina Montiel is a political scientist at the University of Oxford. She is the author of several books on extremism and terrorism, including The ISIS Phenomenon and Jihadi Terrorism and the Radicalisation of European Muslims.

On Extremism and Democracy in Europe (Routledge Studies in Extremism and Democracy Book 34)

by Cas Mudde

5 out of 5