Publisher's Synopsis
This book is part of a series which examines major historical topics through a mixture of narrative and analysis of the key issues invoved. The author traces the history and development of the European Community, and examines its major functions and institutions.;Beginning with the formation of the ECSE in 1951, the author discusses the political and economic reasons for the foundation of the European Economic Community in 1957. He looks in depth at the European Parliament, the Community Courts, policy making, trade and defence. The book ends with an analysis of what the future might hold for the European Community. The author has taught history at King's School, Canterbury for over ten years and has written many history books for children including, "The Russian Revolution", "The Origins of the first World War" and "China Since 1945".
