Since Slovakia achieved independent statehood at the end of 1992 it has become one of the most prosperous post-communist states. This book provides a unique and thorough introduction to Slovakia and will enable the reader to understand its multi-faceted nature. The book includes chapters on Twentieth Century History, Politics, Economy and International Relations.

Contents:
Preface
Glossary of Abbreviations
Chronology
Map of Slovakia
Chapter 1. Slovakia before Independence
Chapter
2. Slovak Politics in an Independent State Chapter
3. Slovakia and the World Chapter
4. The Economy of Slovakia
Select Bibliography
Index

Karen Henderson has been lecturer in Politics at the University of Leicester since 1990. She has followed Slovak politics closely since studying in Bratislava in 1987, and has also written extensively on EU eastward enlargement.