The Profession of Government
The Public Service in Europe
1st Edition
Published on 1. April 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
354 pages
978-1-032-78321-5 (ISBN)
Description
Originally published in 1959, and using material collected from eight languages, much of which was previously unpublished, this is a genuine comparative study, not merely describing each country separately, but an analysis of the most important questions facing 20th century public administration. A substantial historical introduction traces from Roman to modern times the concept and practice of public service and brings out the underlying unity of European experience.
Reviews / Votes
Original reviews of The Profession of Government:'An essential work of reference.' Law Journal
'An extraordinarily thorough analysis.' The Economist
'Not only is it accomplished, it is also timely.' The Guardian
'...an excellent piece of documentation on a complex subject.' The Times Literary Supplement.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Postgraduate and Undergraduate Advanced
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
448 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-032-78321-5 (9781032783215)
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Content
Introduction. Part 1: Composition 1. The Extent of the Public Service 2. Recruitment 3. Training Part 2: Conditions of Service 4. Rights and Duties 5. Security of Tenure 6. Pensions 7. Discipline 8. Promotion Part 3: Control 9. The History of Control 10. The Structure and Personnel of Administrative Courts 11. The Powers of Administrative Courts 12. The Ombudsman 13. Financial Control Part 4: Politics and Public 14. Politics and Public 15. Public Service Trade Unions 16. Public Officials and the Public.