Routledge - Beyond Defeat and Austerity - Political Economy

Explore the complex landscape of the European political economy with Beyond Defeat and Austerity. Part of the RIPE Series in Global Political Economy, this Routledge publication examines the shifts occurring within the Eurozone and the broader European context. While much of the current academic discussion focuses on the unravelling of post-war social solidarity, this work looks deeper into the trends that challenge this narrative. This book identifies important developments and processes that act to obstruct or present alternatives to the perceived decline of social solidarity. By looking beyond the standard focus on austerity and defeat, it brings to light alternative movements and trends that are often obscured from view. It provides a necessary perspective for those studying the trajectory of change within Europe's political and economic structures, offering a way to understand the forces currently shaping the continent's future.