Understanding European Trade Unionism - Between Market, Class and Society

′A very innovative study of trade unionism,.... a brilliant analysis of distinct types to be found within Europe′ - Marino Regini, Università degli Studi di Milano

′This book provides a timely insight into organized labour in an increasingly capitalist world.... It provides a scholarly insight that begs reading by policy makers in labour, business and the government′ - Professor Anil Verma, University of Toronto

This engaging and compelling work offers a fresh perspective and demonstrates how inherited traditions can serve as both resources and constraints in responding to the challenges which confront trade unions in today′s working world.