This book presents a detailed and scholarly analysis of the relationship between ethnic nationalism and democratic development in the Republic of North Macedonia. It explores how national identity and ethnic divisions have shaped the country’s political evolution, especially in the context of post-communist transition and European integration. The author uses a multidisciplinary approach, combining insights from political science, history, and international relations to offer a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing democracy in multiethnic societies. The book places North Macedonia within broader academic debates on ethnic conflict, democratization, and regional geopolitics. It contributes significantly to Balkan studies and comparative politics by examining how internal and external factors influence democratic processes in a deeply divided society. The structure of the book is clear and logical, consisting of six main chapters. Each chapter builds on the previous one to develop a strong argument about the role of ethnic nationalism in shaping democratic outcomes
