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Understanding the European Union: A Concise Introduction (The European Union Series, 14),New
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This is the musthave, leading introduction to the European Union. Offering an ideal primer on the EU's history, institutions, and politics, this concise textbook also covers the various challenges and opportunities faced by the EU, from the democratic deficit and the potential of future enlargement to the spread of nationalism and crises such as Brexit and the impact of the global pandemic. Understanding the European Union is now more crucial than ever, and this text provides a succinct but nuanced account of its development and how it works.This book will be the ideal guide for all undergraduate and postgraduate courses in political science, global affairs and European Studies. It is also a suitable starting point for anyone seeking to learn more about the EU.New to this Edition: A number of key themes and issues run throughout the book, including past and ongoing crises facing the EU, the EU's place within the broader international system, a focus on the EU's comparative political, social, and economic context, the confederal qualities of the EU, and Brexit. Addresses the early impact of the global pandemic on the EU. Greater use of maps, figures, tables and boxes where useful to inform the analysis, accompanied by uptodate further reading. Informed throughout by sophisticated yet accessible treatment of theory, including postfunctionalism and critical perspectives. Cuttingedge coverage of Brexit and negotiations around withdrawal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Understanding the European Union: A Concise Introduction'? A: This book provides a comprehensive overview of the European Union, covering its history, institutions, politics, and the challenges it faces, including Brexit and the impact of the global pandemic.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Understanding the European Union: A Concise Introduction' is John McCormick.
- Q: What is the page count of this textbook? A: The textbook contains 256 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in European studies? A: Yes, this book is ideal for anyone seeking to learn about the European Union, including undergraduates and postgraduates in political science and global affairs.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the 8th edition of 'Understanding the European Union: A Concise Introduction'.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on November 14, 2020.
- Q: Does this textbook include discussions on current issues like Brexit? A: Yes, the book includes cutting-edge coverage of Brexit and negotiations related to the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
- Q: What kind of updates does this edition offer? A: This edition features updated discussions on crises facing the EU, greater use of maps and figures, and a nuanced treatment of relevant theories.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What topics does this book address regarding the EU's challenges? A: The book addresses various challenges such as the democratic deficit, potential enlargement, nationalism, and the early impacts of the global pandemic.