Britain and European Integration 1945 - 1998

<p>An illuminating and comprehensive exploration of a subject which has dominated the British political scene for much of the period since the Second World War. Through a wide and varied collection of documents complemented by detailed and perceptive analysis this book explores Britain's reactions to the dynamics of European integration.</p><p>Key subjects covered include:</p><ul> <li>European unity and missed opportunities in the early post-war years</li> <li>the Commonwealth dimension and the special relationship</li> <li>Britain's belated attempts to join the EC in the 1960s the single currency.</li> </ul><p>Many of its numerous sources are made widely accessible here for the first time. It is an invaluable resource for all students of Politics Modern British History and European Studies.</p>