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OverviewFully updated to include the new Treaty of Lisbon, this is the best short and accessible introduction to the politics of the European Union, written by one of the world's most well-known authorities in the area. Ideal starting reading for students and the general reader, it explains in clear jargon-free language: the EU's development to date how the EU works, and why it works this way the EU's major policies the EU's biggest problems and controversies the EU's likely evolution in the coming years. The new edition builds on the strengths of the previous edition and now includes extra material on: the Treaty of Lisbon the EU's development since 2003, including its enlargements in 2004 and 2007 recent EU policies and rule changes the EU's role in the world. Key features to help learning and understanding are: boxed descriptions of key issues and events a guide to further reading at the end of each chapter a glossary of key terms, concepts and people helpful appendices about the EU's member states and good internet sources. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Alex Warleigh-Lack (Brunel University, UK)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Edition: 2nd edition Volume: v. 10 Dimensions: Width: 12.90cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.520kg ISBN: 9780415414661ISBN 10: 0415414660 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 23 September 2008 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. The Evolution of European Integration 3. Institutions and Decision-making in the European Union 4. Key Policies of the European Union 5. Current Controversies in European Integration 6. Which Future for the European Union? Glossary. Appendix I: Internet Sources of Information. Appendix II: List of Member States, with Voting Weights and Number of MEPsReviewsAuthor InformationAlex Warleigh-Lack is Professor of Politics and International Relations at Brunel University. He is Chair of UACES, the University Association for Contemporary European Studies, between 2006 and 2009, and has given policy advice to politicians, governments and research funders across Europe. This is his ninth book. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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