{"title":"Series: Democratization and Autocratization Studies","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDemocratization and Autocratization Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e series delves into the complexities of political transformation, exploring the forces that drive societies toward democratic governance or authoritarian rule. Drawing on history, politics, and current affairs, these works offer nuanced insights into the mechanisms behind regime change, the challenges of sustaining democracy, and the resurgence of autocratic power across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will encounter rigorous analysis and diverse perspectives that illuminate the interplay between power, culture, and institutions. Whether examining historical events or contemporary political dynamics, this collection provides a scholarly foundation for understanding the evolving landscape of global governance and political development.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"democratisation-and-de-democratisation-in-multi-level-democracy-in-poland-by-agnieszka-stamm-korecka-9781041128427","title":"Democratisation and De-democratisation in Multi-level Democracy in Poland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book analyses and reveals evidence of changing patterns and processes of democratic or autocratic direction at subnational levels (provinces and cities) along with their relationship to those at the central level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Poland as a case study, \u003cem\u003eDemocratisation and De-democratisation in Multi-level Democracy in Poland\u003c\/em\u003e examines the interrelationship between national and lower territorial levels and identifies and explains reasons for emerging democratic deficit. It argues that decentralisation processes constitute an opportunity for subnational authorities to become more democratic but also more autocratic, as they may enhance the divergence in democracy levels between different territorial tiers of governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is of key interest to students and scholars of democratisation studies, local and regional politics, Central and East European politics, local government and policymaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Open Access version of this book, available at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.taylorfrancis.com\"\u003ewww.taylorfrancis.com\u003c\/a\u003e, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 International license.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47933951967468,"sku":"9781041128427","price":214.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781041128427-democratisation-and-de-democratisation-in-multi-level-democracy-in-poland.jpg?v=1783887270"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/series-democratization-and-autocratization-studies.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}