Merkelism and the Fine Art of Flat Politics

An Insider’s Account of the Early Euro Crisis

von Martin Heipertz

207 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This book uses the early stage of the euro crisis as a case study, dissecting Angela Merkel’s incremental crisis-management, her tactical strengths, and her reliance on media-driven decision-making. It sheds light on how Maastricht Treaty principles were overridden by bailouts and ECB interventions. Drawing from a decade of firsthand experience, the narrative blends scholarly insights into leadership and incrementalism with a vivid insider’s perspective, offering a unique window into this pivotal moment in European integration.

• Reihe: Palgrave Studies in European Union Politics
• ISBN: 9783031875915
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 25.10.2025
• Genre: Politikwissenschaft/Politisches System
• Verlag: Springer International Publishing