Printer Friendly Printed from http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/614577 The European Union: A Very Short Introduction Description: This Very Short Introduction explains the European Union in plain English. Fully updated for 2007 to include controversial and current topics such as the Euro currency, the EUs enlargement, and its role in ongoing world affairs, this accessible guide shows how and why the EU has developed from 1950 to the present. Covering a range of topics from the Unions early history and the ongoing interplay between eurosceptics and federalists, to the single market, agriculture, and the environment, the authors examine the successes and failures of the EU, and explain the choices that lie ahead in the 21st century. The European Union is the largest economic entity in the world and one of the largest political entities, with 493 million people in 2006. Fully updated for 2007 to include controversial and current topics such as the Unions enlargement and its role in ongoing world affairs, this accessible Very Short Introduction shows how and why the Union has developed, how its institutions work, and what it does--from the single market to the Euro and from agriculture to peace-keeping and the environment. Pinder and Usherwood cover the entire history of the Union, examine the momentous changes that have taken place within the Union since 2000, and highlight the benefits, controversies, and lessons learned from programs such as its expansion into central and Eastern Europe, and the circulation of the Euro. The book also examines the role of the European Union as a peace-keeper in Europe and beyond, sheds light on how it functions in world politics, looks at its role in supporting the rise of environmental politics. About the Author John Pinder, OBE, is an Honorary Professor at the College of Europe, Bruges and Natolin, and Chairman of the Federal Trust, London. Simon Usherwood is Lecturer in Political, International, and Policy Studies at the University of Surrey. Contents: Foreword Abbreviations List of boxes List of charts List of illustrations List of maps 1 What the EU is for 2 How the EU was made 3 How the EU is governed 4 Single market, single currency 5 Agriculture, regions, budget: conflicts over who gets what 6 Social policy, environmental policy 7 ‘An area of freedom, security and justice’ 8 A great civilian power … and more, or less? 9 The EU and the rest of Europe 10 The EU in the world 11 Much accomplished … but what next? References Further reading Chronology 1946-2007 Glossary Index Ordering: Order Online - visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/614577 Order by Fax - using the order form below Order By Post - print the order form below and send to Research and Markets, Guinness Centre, Taylors Lane, Dublin 8, Ireland. Page 1 of 2 Printed 21/08/2008 22:24:59 Fax Order Form To place an order via fax simply print this form, fill in the information below and fax the completed form to the number at the bottom of this page. If you have any questions please email help@researchandmarkets.com Order information Please verify that the product information is correct and select the format you require. Product Name: The European Union: A Very Short Introduction Web Address: http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/614577 Office Code: OCHGFMQPRRS Report formats Please enter the quantity of the report format you require. Format Quantity Price Electronic (PDF) - Single User €6.00 Contact information Please enter all the information below in BLOCK CAPITALS. First Name:   Last Name:   Email Address: Job Title: Organisation: Address: City: Postal/Zip Code: Country: Phone Number: Fax Number: Please fax this form to: (646)607-1907 or (646)964-6609 - From USA +353-1-481-1716 or +353-1-653-1571 - From Rest of World Page 2 of 2 Printed 21/08/2008 22:24:59 Payment information Please indicate the payment method you would like to use by selecting the appropriate box.  Pay by Credit Card: American Express Diners Club Master Card Visa Cardholder Name: Expiry Date: / Card Number: CVV Security Code: Issue Date: /   (Diners Club only)  Pay by Check: Please post the check, accompanied by this form, to: Research and Markets, Guinness Centre, Taylors Lane, Dublin 8, Ireland.  Pay by Wire Transfer: Please transfer funds to: Account number: 83313083 Sort code: 98-53-30 Swift code: ULSBIE2D IBAN number: IE78ULSB98533083313083 Bank Address: Ulster Bank, 27-35 Main St, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, Ireland. If you have a Marketing Code please enter it below: Marketing Code: Please note that by ordering from Research and Markets you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions at http://www.researchandmarkets.com/info/terms.asp Please fax this form to: (646)607-1907 or (646)964-6609 - From USA +353-1-481-1716 or +353-1-653-1571 - From Rest of World