| Understanding the European Constitution: An Introduction to the EU Constitutional Treaty Contributor(s): Church, Clive H. (Author), Phinnemore, David (Author) |
|
 |
ISBN: 041536339X ISBN-13: 9780415363396 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $152.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2005 Annotation: The European Union's Constitutional treaty has been much talked about, usually critically, by those who see it either as a blueprint for a centralized and protectionist super-state or as the triumph of Anglo-Saxon economics that will undermine the European social model and the institutions which support it. It has created great controversy throughout Europe yet it has been little read, notably in the United Kingdom, partly because the text has not been widely circulated. br br i Understanding the European Constitution /i seeks to redress this imbalance and is the only book in English to give the reader an impartial and concise view of this Treaty. It is an invaluable tool to understanding the Treaty and includes a copy of the core document in full, a detailed and expert analysis of its main themes and a brief introduction to the rest of the treaty. The issues that are covered include: br br *How and why the treaty came about br *How its content compares to the European Union's existing treaties br *Why it has attracted so much controversy br *The difficulties in trying to understand it, notably its dual status as treaty and constitution br *The way that the treaty will be ratified and the issues that will figure in this ratification debate br br i Understanding the European Constitution /i is written in uncomplicated language with explanatory tables and a glossary by two long standing students of the treaties. It is essential reading for all students with interests in Politics, the European Union and Law. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Law | Constitutional - Political Science | Constitutions - Political Science | Public Policy - Regional Planning |
| Dewey: 342.240 |
| LCCN: 2005011247 |
| Physical Information: 0.78" H x 6.02" W x 8.6" (0.87 lbs) 202 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The European Union is now entering a crucial phase as the ratification process accelerates and key debates and referenda take place in existing and potentially new member states. The Union's Constitutional treaty is often cast as either a blueprint for a centralized and protectionist super-state or as the triumph of Anglo-Saxon economics. Yet it has been little read, particularly in the United Kingdom. This book puts this right by publishing the full text of the crucial first part of the document and showing that it does not justify either of the extreme interpretations imposed on it. Written by two experts of the treaties, Understanding the European Constitution sets the Constitutional Treaty in context, examining its main themes and content and considering the implications of any rejection. It does this in uncomplicated language and with the help of explanatory tables and a glossary. Those who wish to make a considered verdict on the basis of the facts will find it invaluable. |