The extent of Europe's influence in the twenty-first century is one of the fundamental questions in a rapidly changing world order. How much does Europe still matter in geostrategic affairs? Will the Europeans seek more international clout and be willing to pay the price for it? Above all, will the European-American partnership prosper or weaken? In the only comprehensive study available on the subject, leading international experts explore these vital questions for global peace and security. The book includes authoritative chapters on the foreign policies of the major European countries, of the European Union, and of Europe toward key regions and countries_especially the United States, Russia, China, and the Middle East.

Product Description: This clearly written and comprehensive book, a true twenty-first-century enterprise, is the only work that offers a sustained and unified set of both country case studies and analysis of the European Union. The contributors, an authoritative group of Americans and Europeans, explore the new Europe—west and east—using intertwining themes of domestic politics, European integration, and European security...read more

Product Description: This engaging book, a true twenty-first century enterprise, is the only text that offers both country case studies and discussion of the European Union in one sustained volume. The contributors, an authoritative group of Americans and Europeans, explore the new Europe_west and east_using intertwining themes of domestic politics, European integration, and European security...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: A controversial politician with a flawed character, François Mitterrand was one of France's most detested political figures, sardonically referred to as a French Machiavelli, "God," "the Florentine," and "the Sphinx." Yet he was also called the "Quiet Force" and even, with affection, "Tonton" or "Dear Uncle...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: An anthology of skeptical viewpoints of European integration has long been missing. Yet the need for students to have a spectrum of opinion on the EU has never been greater. This reader provides a timely corrective as the euro has plunged in value during its early existence and the Danes have voted against joining up...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Takes an in-depth look at a controversial political figure who, in spite of being one of France's most detested politicians, was also undoubtedly one of the twentieth century's most substantial, durable, and statesmanlike leaders. (view table of contents)

Product Description: This textbook is a true postDCold War enterprise. The contributors, an authoritative group of Americans and Europeans, explore the new Europe_West and East_using intertwining themes of domestic politics, European integration, and European security...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)