Instructions to authors

When preparing manuscripts for submission to the Scandinavian Political Studies, authors should refer to current copies of the Journal and follow its style as closely as possible. Manuscripts The original, together with two additional complete copies of the manuscript, including Figures and Tables, should be sent to the editor (address on p. 2 of this cover). The author should retain a complete copy of the manuscript for proof-reading. The manuscript should be clearly typewritten on one side only of standard-sized paper, doublespaced with 3 cm wide margins, and should be arranged as follows: Title page. -The title of the article should appear on a separate title page, with (hename(s)and institutional of the author(s), and the full postal address of the author to whom proofs, offprints other correspondence should be sent. Abstract. - An abstract not exceeding 250 words, indicating the aim, scope, and main conclusions of the article, should also be presented on a separate page. Main text. - Use three or fewer grades of heading. All headings should start at the left margin and be typewritten with capital initials; they are not to be underlined (except those to be italicized). Indicate in the margin where Figures and Tables should be placed. The words 'Fig'. ('Figs!) and 'Table' (unabbreviated) to be written with capital initials. Figures. - Originals should be submitted camera-ready, identified on the back, and numbered consecutively arabic numerals. Legends must be typed on a separate sheet(s). Tables. - Each table should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet(s) and should have a short descriptive heading. Tables are to be numbered consecutively with arabic numerals. Notes. - Notes should be typed on separate sheets and numbered consecutively. They will appear at the end of the text. They should be brief and limited to essential explanation.