The resilience of democracy is tested by formidable economic, social, or political challenges. This volume compiles studies of established states that have maintained or restored democratic governance despite significant obstacles. It aims to identify common themes among these successful cases, irrespective of whether they align with grand causal theories of democratic stability.

This volume is likely to be regarded as a valuable contribution to the study of democratic consolidation and resilience. By focusing on established democracies that have overcome significant challenges, it offers a nuanced perspective beyond theories of democratic failure. The comparative approach, seeking common themes across diverse states, suggests a text that will appeal to scholars and students of comparative politics and governance.