Costa, Olivier
How the EU Really Works
- ISBN 13:
- 9780815370475
- author:
- Costa, Olivier
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 330
- Dimensions:
- 23.2 x 15.6 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The European Union is facing significant challenges and undergoing profound changes. Over the past two decades, it has experienced dramatic shifts in its powers, institutional design, constitutional framework, and borders. This concise analysis provides insight into the EU's day-to-day operation, aiming to help students and scholars understand its evolution, institutions, decision-making, and interactions with various actors. The book offers a clear and accessible examination of how the Union works, while acknowledging the complexity of the situation. It addresses key issues such as democratic deficit, politicization, the role of member states, institutional crisis, and citizen involvement. This updated edition includes analysis of Brexit, the migration crisis, and the consequences of the 2014 EP elections, providing a comprehensive overview of the EU's current state. Suitable for those interested in European Union politics and studies, this book offers a valuable perspective on the EU's dynamics and challenges.