Industrial Relations in the New Europe provides an up-to-date analysis of industrial relations in the twelve European Community states and five other western European countries. An outstanding international team of authors examines current industrial relations within the wider political and economic context, particularly the increasing pressures of internationalization and European integration. Key features of the book:. * Comprehensive coverage, chapter by chapter, of 17 European countries. * Provides a clear framework of economic, legal and political themes and topics. * Considers new corporate strategies in industrial relations and human resource management. This book will be essential reading for students on Europe-oriented courses in management studies, industrial sociology and industrial relations. It will also be an invaluable work of reference for researchers, and for practitioners and policy-makers who need to know what is happening in the new Europe. - from Amzon