This major new text brings together specially commissioned chapters to provide a coherent and comprehensive assessment of the historical and theoretical context of enlargement and its implications for the identity, governance, economics, policies and international role of the EU.

The 10 + 2 Enlargement Round: Opportunities and Challenges; N.Nugent.- Previous Enlargement Rounds; N.Nugent.- The Unfolding of the 10 + 2 Enlargement Round; N.Nugent.- Distinctive and Recurring Features of Enlargement Rounds; N.Nugent.- What the New Member States Will Bring into the European Union; H.Grabbe.- European Identity; L.Buonanno & A.Deakin.- The Citizenry: Legitimacy and Democracy; J.Mather.- Indstitutions and Governance; D.Phinnemore.- Intergovernmental Politics; M.Baun.- The Economy of the European Union; N.Baltas.- The Operation of the Internal Market; G.M.Ambrosi.- The Budget and 'the Spending Policies'; E.E.Zeff.- Economic and Monetary Union; M.Chang.- Justice and Home Affairs; J.D.Occhipinti.- The European Union as an International Economic Actor; A.van den Hoven.- The European Union as an International Political Actor; C.Archer.- Development Policy; M.Carbone.- Theoretical Considerations; L.Miles.- Conclusions; N.Nugent.

'A wide ranging overview on the overall enlargement process and its accompanying policies...Like other publications in the European Union Series, this book offers a comprehensive insight in reasonably accessible jargon...[A]n interesting read, both for experienced European analysts and those new to the subject...' - Francesca Restifo, Journal of European Affairs 'An accessible and timely volume.' - Political Studies Review '[A] very good (broad and up-to-date) picture of EU enlargment, it effects and implications for the Union. it should be a useful addition to any course on enlargements and the future functioning of the European Union.' - Ramunas Vilpisauskas, Journal of Common Market Studies '[C]omprehensive and accessible... a major textbook (which) provides a solid basis for any degree course on European Enlargement.' - Arjan Vliegenthart, Acta Politica

'A wide ranging overview on the overall enlargement process and its accompanying policies...Like other publications in the European Union Series, this book offers a comprehensive insight in reasonably accessible jargon...[A]n interesting read, both for experienced European analysts and those new to the subject...' - Francesca Restifo, Journal of European Affairs 'An accessible and timely volume.' - Political Studies Review '[A] very good (broad and up-to-date) picture of EU enlargment, it effects and implications for the Union. it should be a useful addition to any course on enlargements and the future functioning of the European Union.' - Ramunas Vilpisauskas, Journal of Common Market Studies '[C]omprehensive and accessible... a major textbook (which) provides a solid basis for any degree course on European Enlargement.' - Arjan Vliegenthart, Acta Politica

The European Union Series provides an authoritative library on the European Union ranging from general introductory texts to definitive assessments of key institutions and actors, policies and policy processes, and the role of member states. Books in the series are written by leading scholars and reflect the most up-to-date research and debate. Particular attention is paid to accessibility and clear presentation for a wide audience of students, practitioners and interested general readers.