A Geography of the European Union

Can the European Union continue to grow and also converge? Is uniformity within the union desirable?A Geography of the European Union, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive introduction to the European Union, its identity, problems and prospects. 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. Focussing on issues of integration and enlargement, the authors examine the major economic, social, environmental and political aspects of the EU. A Geography Of The European Unionprovides a comprehensive introduction to the changing geography of the EU and its place in a rapidly changing world.