The work of Paul Ginsborg

This paper introduces a panel discussion of the work of Paul Ginsborg on contemporary Italian politics and society. A brief introduction to the studies under discussion is followed by comments from Judith Chubb, Ruth Ben-Ghiat and Charles S. Maier that focus, respectively, on: the broader problems of the development of civil society and the rule of law in Southern Italy; popular culture, culture and civil society; and the role of politics in shaping contemporary Italy.