Coalition government among different political parties is the way most European democracies are governed. Traditionally, the study of coalition politics has bee

This insightful book brings the study of coalitions and coalition governance in Central and Eastern European democracies up to date, with an analytical focus fr

Many coalition cabinets negotiate lengthy coalition contracts outlining the agenda for the time in office. Not only does negotiating these agreements take up ti

This book studies such governments, covering the full life-cycle of coalitions from the formation of party alliances before elections to coalition formation aft

This book studies such governments, covering the full life-cycle of coalitions from the formation of party alliances before elections to coalition formation aft