'A very innovative study of trade unionism,.... a brilliant analysis of distinct types to be found within Europe' - Marino Regini, Universita degli Studi di Milano'This book provides a timely insight into organized labour in an increasingly capitalist world.... It provides a scholarly insight that begs reading by policy makers in labour, business and the government' - Professor Anil Verma, University of TorontoThis engaging and compelling work offers a fresh perspective and demonstrates how inherited traditions can serve as both resources and constraints in responding to the challenges which confront trade unions in today's working world.