Perseus Academic: The European Union by John McCormick

“The previous editions of John McCormick’s text on the European Union established it as a preeminent introductory book in the field. Its clear and concise style has made the text especially valuable for the American student who frequently lacks a background on the topic. The third edition continues this tradition by providing penetrating updates on the EU’s enlargement and the recent transatlantic friction over Iraq.” —Brian Murphy, co-director, European Union Center, University System of Georgia, and professor at North Georgia College & State University

“This is the best introductory text on the policies and politics of the EU that I have come across, being user-friendly, comprehensive, and representing very good value for money … It deserves to be widely adopted as essential course reading.” —Political Studies

“Provides a richly detailed and clearly written guide to this complex political system that is both comprehensive and filled with analytical insight. It will be as useful and interesting to scholars of the EU as it is accessible to students.” —David R. Cameron, Yale University