Britain’s continued presence in the European Union has provoked debate, not only amongst the general public but also amongst academics. There is continued confusion amongst academics as to the nature and purpose of the European Union; does the EU exist for economic or political reasons?
This book uses an interdisciplinary approach to examine the nature and the scope of political and economic choice within the EU in order to provide the reader with a greater understanding of the motivation of new and existing member states. Alan Milward shows that the popular or academic judgement of the advantages and disadvantages of membership must be based on a political-economic judgement.
Politics and Economics in the History of the European Union will prove essential reading for students studying economics, international trade and European politics.
The Author
Alan S. Milward, Professor Emeritus of the London School of Economics, has taught history and economics in six countries and is external Professor of the European University Institute. |