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Book SynopsisCombining the key theoretical and empirical approaches of political economy and EU scholarship, this textbook is key reading for studying the European political economy. Drawing on theoretical debates and recent policy case studies, a team of expert editors and contributors help students apply theories and methods to real life issues in European political economy. This textbook offers a clear analysis of some of the most pressing challenges confronting Europe, such as the political impact of rising inequality, the functioning and the effects of Economic and Monetary Union, the future of the ''European'' social model, the ongoing impact of Brexit, Europe''s role in a changing global economy, and Europe''s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Key features: - Delivers a research-informed, yet reader friendly textbook on European Political Economy. - Establishes 4 key theoretical and methodological approaches, giving students the conceptual tools needed to examine the dynamic interactions be
Trade ReviewEuropean Political Economy is a 'must read' for students, and an essential starting point for anyone hoping to join the conversation about how to tackle the most important challenges facing the European Union.] * Erik Jones, Director of the Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies, European University Institute *
This is the first EPE textbook to bring together theoretically informed and empirically-rich answers written by key experts in the field. * Vivien Schmidt, Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration, Boston University *
This textbook does an excellent job in summarising the most important academic and policy debates in the field, providing an essential resource for every student interested in European Political Economy. Most importantly, its practical approach to theories shows how intertwined the academic and the European policy worlds are. * Amy Verdun, Professor of Political Science, University of Victoria and Leiden University *
An excellent textbook that applies comparative and international political economic analysis to shed light on both the historical trajectory and the current challenges facing European integration. It skillfully combines different theoretical perspectives (Open Economy Politics, Growth Models, Ideational Frameworks, and Critical and Feminist Political Economy). The book clearly fills a gap. It will be an invaluable resource for both students and scholars in Political Economy and European Integration. * Lucio Baccaro, Managing Director of the Max Planck Institute, Cologne *
Table of Contents1: L. Quaglia, A.Spendzharova, M. Moschella: Introduction: European Political Economy: Mapping the research field Theoretical approaches 2: M. Copelovitch & S. Walter: European Open Economy Politics 3: A. Johnston & A. Regan: Growth Models and European Political Economy 4: L. Quaglia, A. Spendzharova, M. Moschella: Ideational European Political Economy 5: A. Wigger and L. Horn: Critical and Feminist European Political Economy Substantive Issues 6: W. Schelkle: Monetary integration, crises and solidarity 7: L. Quaglia: Financial integration and regulation 8: C. de la Porte & I. Madama: Welfare and labor 9: J. Hopkin: Economic liberalism, inequality and populist backlash 10: D. de Bièvre: Trade and development 11: E. Posner: European Political Economy and interdependence 12: A. Geddes & L. Hadj-Abdou: Migration 13: C. Burns & N. Carter: Environment 14: J. Eckhardt: Health and inequality
