Monetary Integration in the European Union
Published on 31. March 2009
Book
Hardback
332 pages
978-0-230-54284-6 (ISBN)
Description
The creation of the euro was one of the most ambitious projects undertaken by the EU. Nearly a decade into the project, the euro has become a major international currency. This book takes stock of the Eurozone, both empirically and theoretically, considering historical, economic, political, and institutional influences on its development.
Reviews / Votes
"Chang's excellent textbook... [is] a highly useful contribution to the literature. The scope of this book is impressive... a lively account of EMU that both students and academics will enjoy reading..." - David Howarth, JCMS "[V]ery readable and engaging... It contains, in a manageable volume, all the necessary components of a comprehensive overview of EU economic integration... I did not hesitate to assign [it] to my class..." - Petia Kostadinova, EUSA ReviewMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Basingstoke
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Laminated cover
Illustrations
1, black & white illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
532 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-230-54284-6 (9780230542846)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
MICHELLE CHANG is Professor in European Political and Administrative Studies, College of Europe (Bruges, Belguim).
Content
Introduction The Origins of Economic and Monetary Union The Birth of the Euro and the Eurozone The Institutions and Decision Processes of Monetary Union The European Central Bank Cooperation Through Consultation: The Stability and Growth Pact and Beyond The EU Beyond the Eurozone: The UK, Denmark, Sweden and the Accession States The International Role of the Euro The Eurozone: An Initial Balance Sheet Conclusion: EMU and European Integration