Institutions and Institutional Change in the Federal Republic of Germany

The book explores the evolution of Germany's political institutions, examining their transition from instability before World War II to becoming a stable democracy in Western Europe. It critiques the current perception of "eternal stability," highlighting issues of gridlock and political immobility. The impact of German unification and European integration on these institutions is analyzed, alongside the preparedness of the German political system for 21st-century challenges. Contributions from nine prominent German scholars provide a comprehensive historical perspective on these themes.