Britain and Europe

<p>This textbook provides a comprehensive account of Britain’s uneasy relationship with continental Europe from 1918 to the present day. </p><p>Unlike other books on the subject the author considers 'Europe' in its broadest sense and examines a wider history than just Britain's relations with the European Union (EU). This includes pre-war history and the role of key political institutions outside the EU such as the Council of Europe and the Western European Union. </p><p>Subjects covered include:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>how the experience of the inter-war years and the Second World War helped shape attitudes towards the EU</li> <li>european perspectives on Britain as well as the other way round </li> <li>key theories on European integration </li> <li>the changing nature of Britain's global role </li> <li>issues of sovereignty and legitimacy </li> <li>the role of political parties and the Europeanisation of national government </li> <li>the rise of Euroscepticism in British politics and how ‘Europe’ has become entwined in the ideological battles of the main political parties.</li> </ul><p>Exploring the political diplomatic and military relationship between Britain and Europe this accessible and wide-ranging textbook is essential core reading for students of British and European history and politics.</p>