Separate Ways: Britain and Europe

by Peter Shore

Peter Shore sweeps away the myths of Britain's role in European integration. Using examples from his own experience as a Cabinet Minister, Shore shows that at all major points of decision there has been another way - one that has not yet been closed off. It is his firm conviction that Britain can only thrive if a break from the European movement is instituted immediately. Illuminating the process that is now known as the European movement, this book brings the politics of European integration up to the present day.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published September 14, 2000

Reviews

[Joshua Whitehead · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a remarkable tour de force by one of Britain's most eloquent and informed Eurosceptics. He charts the history (from 1945) of the EU in all its guises, and explains the political and social contexts in which the various treaties and changes have occurred. Shore then dedicates the second half of the book to exploring the future challenges faced by the world, and the ways in which the UK can maximise its positive influence in achieving them (the book was published in 2000 and is extraordinarily prophetic). A must read for anyone interested in the past and future relationship between the UK and the EU.

[Peter Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting review on the history of Britain and the EU regardless of what side you are on