(Hardback)

Considers the contemporary and historical attitudes towards Europe and how these vary within and between nation-states. This book deals with questions such as: why are some countries 'Europhiles' whilst others are 'Europhobic' How has Europe alternately been perceived as a threat to local culture and identity or as the core of nation-building

(Paperback)

The concept of Europe played a vital role in the creation of national identity. This book considers the contemporary and historical attitudes towards Europe and how these vary both within and between nation-states. It explores the multitude of ways in which established national discourses are reconciled with an emerging identity within the EU.