Routledge : The Politics of Welfare State Transformation Germany

Explore the complex evolution of the German welfare state in this academic study from Routledge. This book addresses fundamental questions about how to analyze contemporary welfare state change and understand the politics behind these shifts. By focusing on Germany, a case study that many might find unexpected for such transformation, the text provides deep empirical and theoretical insights. Christof Schiller investigates how and why institutional changes have moved Germany from a traditional conservative model toward a new work-first regime. The book introduces a new analytical framework designed to bridge the gap in understanding the politics of welfare state transformation. It is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the political economy of the welfare state and European economic policy.