Routledge Welfare State Reform in Southern Europe Book

Explore the complexities of social policy with Welfare State Reform in Southern Europe. This academic study provides a detailed analysis of the efforts to reduce poverty and social exclusion within Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece. By examining the southern model of the welfare state, the text offers a clear illustration of the specific situations facing each of these nations. Beyond the Mediterranean context, this book discusses how the experiences of southern Europe relate to the circumstances of East European accession countries. It serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and readers interested in social change across Europe and other regions. Written by Maurizio Ferrera, Professor of Social Policy, this volume is part of the Routledge Studies in the Political Economy of the Welfare State series, making it a key text for understanding modern political economy and social welfare systems.