A fine and very useful book, which through an in-depth analysis of education systems of the pre-2003 EU Member States helps to understand the political and cultural dynamics linking, and at the same time distinguishing, educational institutions in the European context.
Donatella Palomba, Professor of General Education, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Italy
This is a thoughtful account of education reform in fourteen European countries, of interest to readers who want an introduction to educational change and transition in particular national contexts. The book is a valuable addition to the<i> Education Around the World</i> series and a significant contribution to students of comparative education.
Nafsika Alexiadou, Professor at the Department of Applied Educational Science, University of Umeå, Sweden
A useful introduction to the history of education systems in Europe.
Susanne Wiborg, Institute of Education, University College London, UK