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This book favorably reviews John McCormick's book "The European Union: Politics and Policies," pointing out the strengths of the work in light of recent changes in the EU. According to the paper, the European Union is the most advanced form of political and economical integration between countries up to this day in history. The book itself is structured into three parts, so that the reader is gradually introduced and walked through some of the main aspects of the EU. These sections are described are focusing on the EU's history, its institutions and finally its policies. The review also notes the useful appendices in the back of the book. The paper concludes by stating that the book is an excellent resource on the European Union, no matter what the level of knowledge of the reader.

From the Paper:

"However, many of these mechanisms and institutions are extremely complicated in terms of functionality and one of the great merits of John McCormick's book on the European Union, its politics and policies, is exactly this capacity to shed light for even someone who hasn't had the slightest contact with the realities of the EU. On the other hand, the book is very well written to reach a higher level for those who are interested in deeper realities of the European Union. It is an introductory book, but the more one reads into it, the more one becomes more acquainted with the functionalities of the EU and can increase the level of profundity."

Sample of Sources Used:

• McCormick, John. The European Union: Politics and Policies. Westview Press; Fourth Edition (December 24, 2007)

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