Publisher's Synopsis
The Politics and Economics of the European Union is a clear, topical and comprehensive introduction to the aims, institutions and policies of the European Union.
Concise, jargon-free and accessible, this substantial textbook provides a comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the main issues students need to address. After an introduction to historical and theoretical perspectives on European integration, the textbook continues with examinations of the Union's institutional machinery and policy processes. The author concludes with a succinct and up- to- date introduction to the Union's institutions and policies.
Intended as a basic introduction for students undertaking courses in European integration and as a supplementary book for other courses, this textbook is useful for anyone seeking a concise introduction to the Union's institutions and policies. Robert Jones has drawn on his wide teaching experience to produce a text which students will find both accessible and stimulating.
