Contemporary Europe (Foundations (St. Martin's Press).) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0312236166 ISBN 13: 9780312236168

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, 2000

Synopsis

Adopting a thematic, interdisciplinary approach, Contemporary Europe offers a lucid account of the distinctive structures of European life. With contributions from experts in the relevant areas, each chapter combines appropriate illustrative detail with an analytical approach to explore social, political, economic, and cultural dimensions of European life. Additionally, balance is struck in each chapter between coverage of East and West Europe, with convergence and divergence featuring as important themes throughout.

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Review:

'...to be recommended as a text for students following introductory courses on European Studies.' -- Michael Newman, Journal of Common Market Studies

'A very imaginative way of looking at the subject. It will change the way I teach. I am very grateful for having one text that goes properly across Europe.' -- June Burnham, Middlesex University

'It will change the way I teach. I am very grateful for having one text that goes properly across Europe.' -- June Burnham, Middlesex University

'This is a fantastic introductory text - perfect for introducing budding students to European integration.' -- Dr Hans Mackenstein, University of Wales, Cardiff

'This is an excellent companion guide for a foundation year in European studies.' -- Dr Hanne Castein, University of London

'This is an excellent companion guide for a foundation year in European studies.' -- Dr Hanne Castein, University of London

'...to be recommended as a text for students following introductory courses on European Studies.' -- Michael Newman, Journal of Common Market Studies

From the Publisher:

Pre-publication Endorsements and Table of Contents
‘This book will be an excellent core text for European Studies students...exactly what is needed to stimulate and stretch students.’ Professor Stephen George, The Sheffield of University

‘informed, accessible material ... gives the reader a sound historical background and an analytical framework for understanding developments in the continent.’ Professor Clive Archer, Manchester Metropolitan University

‘This book reflects a genuinely fresh approach to European Studies.' Karen Henderson, The University of Leicester

About this edition

• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0312236166
• ISBN 13: 9780312236168
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 283
• Editor: Sakwa Richard, Stevens Anne