Edward Elgar Publishing The Politics of Flexibility - Edward Elgar Publishing Book

Explore the shifting landscape of economic, political, and social relations with The Politics of Flexibility. This academic work by Edward Elgar Publishing provides a deep look into how state and industry are being restructured across Britain, West Germany, and Scandinavia. Through a combination of theoretical and empirical studies, this book examines the transition from Fordism to Post-Fordism. It offers a detailed look at the strategies of flexibility and the recomposition of labour markets and processes. Readers will find well-informed commentaries on the changing functions of the welfare state and the ongoing transformation of the state itself. By using cases drawn equally from Britain, West Germany, and Scandinavia, the text provides a balanced international perspective. It is an essential resource for those studying the reorganization of modern economic structures and the evolving role of government in a changing global economy.