A Geography of the European Union - 9780415143103

Taylor & Francis

A comprehensive introduction to the European Union, examining its major aspects in terms of the integration between individual regions and a central EU identity. > \nCan the European Union continue to grow and also converge?\n Is uniformity within the union desirable?\n The European Union has grown into a supranational entity formed from a mosaic of diverse regions. Its enlargement to encompass a number of Central European countries seems only a matter of time. With the EU's political and economic importance growing globally, the Union's influence is increasingly being felt within its Member States. A new geography is emerging with pressures to reduce regional disparities by a process of convergence.\nA Geography of the European Union provides a comprehensive introduction to the European Union, its identity, problems and prospects. Focusing on the key issues of integration and enlargement, the authors examine the major economic, social, environmental and political aspects of the E.