The New Switzerland: Problems and Policies

Provides a wide-ranging and comprehensive analysis of contemporary Switzerland. Divided into four parts (27 essays) focusing on Switzerland's history and politics; its economy and a range of ecological issues, providing insight into Swiss agriculture, tourism, industry, banking, transport, energy production, and environmental protection; Swiss society; and Swiss culture. Intended as a definitive reference work for general readers and members of the international business and diplomatic communities. Published by the Society for the Promotion of Science & Scholarship, PO Box 10139, Palo Alto, CA 94303-0139. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.