The European Union in the 21st Century

by Nikolaos Zahariadis

The European Union in the 21st Century  takes a fresh look at a complex and ever-changing organization by examining its pursuit of two very different   power  (security and political weight) and  plenty  (economic growth and social welfare). Nikolaos Zahariadis aims to help students understand these two objectives and how the tension between them affects different issue areas, illuminating how each objective represents a different perspective on what the EU is and what it does. The book also introduces students to the systematic thinking that political scientists employ to see the connections between policies, institutions, and actors. By unpacking the various perspectives, students will gain greater insight into how policymakers think and why EU leaders make the kinds of decisions they do.

384 pages, Paperback

Published January 31, 2024