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The Political Economy of Integration in the European Union, 3rd Edition
3rd edition
9781840640991 Edward Elgar Publishing
The Political Economy of Integration in the European Union has gained a well-deserved reputation as the key textbook in the area of European studies, economics and politics. This new and fully revised edition comprehensively surveys recent changes – such as the deepening and widening of European integration through eastward expansion and the Maastricht and Amsterdam Treaties – whilst continuing to offer a thorough overview of integration.
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The Political Economy of Integration in the European Union has gained a well-deserved reputation as the key textbook in the area of European studies, economics and politics. This new and fully revised edition comprehensively surveys recent changes – such as the deepening and widening of European integration through eastward expansion and the Maastricht and Amsterdam Treaties – whilst continuing to offer a thorough overview of integration.
The core material has been revised to ensure the best possible grounding in the political economy of the EU. Jeffrey Harrop presents an accessible account of European integration, including:
• free trade, the customs union and the internal market
• agriculture and fisheries
• industrial and technological policies
• regional and social problems and policies
• monetary integration
• fiscal policy: taxation and the EU budget
• world-wide trading links
• an in-depth discussion of EU enlargement, including the proposed integration of Central and East European countries
• an assessment of energy, transport and environment policies
• an overall view of the progress and possible future of the European Union.
The book has been widely adopted for both specialist courses in economics as well as interdisciplinary courses in European studies. Teachers who are already using the book or who would like to consider it are invited to send for a 60-day examination copy of the third edition.
The core material has been revised to ensure the best possible grounding in the political economy of the EU. Jeffrey Harrop presents an accessible account of European integration, including:
• free trade, the customs union and the internal market
• agriculture and fisheries
• industrial and technological policies
• regional and social problems and policies
• monetary integration
• fiscal policy: taxation and the EU budget
• world-wide trading links
• an in-depth discussion of EU enlargement, including the proposed integration of Central and East European countries
• an assessment of energy, transport and environment policies
• an overall view of the progress and possible future of the European Union.
The book has been widely adopted for both specialist courses in economics as well as interdisciplinary courses in European studies. Teachers who are already using the book or who would like to consider it are invited to send for a 60-day examination copy of the third edition.
Critical Acclaim
‘This volume provides a useful account of European integration, including free trade, the customs union and internal market, agriculture and fisheries, industry and technology, regional and social problems, monetary integration, taxation, and the EU budget.’
– Aslib Book Guide
‘This updated edition continues to be a useful introductory resource for courses in European studies.’
– G.T. Potter, Choice
Acclaim for the first edition:
‘This is a concise and clearly written account of the main areas of Community policy and as such provides a readable introduction to the European Community.’
– Dennis Swann, The Economic Journal
‘. . . this book provides a concise account of the progress towards economic integration in the European Community and will give its readers a real understanding of the issues and principles which underlie the various sectors of economic integration.’
– J. Lynne Evans, Economics
– Aslib Book Guide
‘This updated edition continues to be a useful introductory resource for courses in European studies.’
– G.T. Potter, Choice
Acclaim for the first edition:
‘This is a concise and clearly written account of the main areas of Community policy and as such provides a readable introduction to the European Community.’
– Dennis Swann, The Economic Journal
‘. . . this book provides a concise account of the progress towards economic integration in the European Community and will give its readers a real understanding of the issues and principles which underlie the various sectors of economic integration.’
– J. Lynne Evans, Economics
Contents
Contents: Preface to the Third Edition Introduction 1. Organizational Stepping Stones 2. The Structure and Operation of EU Institutions 3. Free Trade, the Customs Union and Internal Market 4. Agriculture and Fisheries 5. Industrial and Technological Policies 6. Energy, Transport and Environmental Policy 7. Regional and Social Problems and Policies 8. Monetary Integration 9. Fiscal Policy: Taxation and the EU Budget 10. World-wide Trading Links 11. Enlargement and Integration 12. Prospect and Retrospect Bibliography Index
