This is an account of the main developments in the process of European integration. It provides coverage of theory, history, member states, institutions and policies, drawing on academic debates including issues of legitimacy and globalisation.
This new textbook offers a path-breaking interpretation of the role of the European Union's most important member state: Germany. Analyzing Germany's domestic politics, European policy, relations with partners, and the resultant expressions of power within the EU, the text addresses such key questions as whether Germany is becoming Europe's hegemon, and if Berlin's European policy is being constrained by its internal politics. The authors - both leading scholars in the field - situate these questions in their historical context and bring the subject up to date by considering the centrality of Germany to the liberal order of the EU over the last turbulent decade in relation to events including the Eurozone crisis and the 2017 German federal election. This is the first comprehensive and accessible guide to a fascinating relationship that considers both the German impact on the EU and the EU's impact on Germany. This book is the ideal companion for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are studying the European Union or German Politics from the perspectives of disciplines as wide ranging as Politics, European Union Studies, Area Studies, Economics, Business and History. It is also an essential resource for all those studying or practicing EU policy-making and communication. -- Provided by publisher
Focusing on the concept of penetration, this research explores the connections between the German political system and its influence on policy-making within the European Community. It delves into the dynamics of interdependence and integration, providing insights into Germany's role in shaping European policies. This scholarly examination will appeal to students of politics and history, offering a nuanced understanding of Germany's impact on the European landscape.
UK Central Government and the European Union
Focusing on the transformation of UK central government due to EU influence, this book examines the 'Europeanisation' of civil servants and ministers' roles. Utilizing new empirical evidence, it provides a thorough analysis of how European integration has reshaped government operations amidst political divisions regarding the EU. The narrative spans from the Macmillan government's 1961 application to join the European Communities to the conclusion of Blair's premiership, highlighting the often-overlooked effects of EU engagement on governance.
German Politics)
Focusing on German governmental policy from 1969 to 1986, this examination delves into the political, economic, and administrative dynamics of the Federal Republic. It analyzes the influence of interest groups, political parties, public opinion, the legislature, and federal states on European policy. Drawing from extensive interviews and the authors' insights into key institutions and players, the book serves as a valuable resource for students of German politics, the EU, and international relations.
This book provides a nuanced analysis of Germany's role in the EU, emphasizing its use of "soft" power to foster multilateral cooperation rather than pursuing self-interests at others' expense. It challenges oversimplified views and highlights how Germany's diplomatic strategies contribute to a collaborative European environment.
Explores the paths of development unfolding from the inter-dependent histories of postwar Germany and the European integration process. The contributors explore these histories within the idea of 'semi-sovereignty': a set of constraints on the German state's power within the external constraints of Germany's multilateral commitments.
This is a comprehensive and rounded thematic study of the EU-member states. The text provides detailed coverage of the principal member states and comparative studies of the smaller states, as well as discussing the issue of enlargement and covering empirical themes.
