Communicating Europe in Times of Crisis

The book demonstrates that work on external perceptions of the EU has matured into a distinctive field of study that is greatly enriching the study of Europe. The volume is an excellent blend of conceptual sophistication and a range of detailed case studies. The especial strength of Communicating Europe in Times of Crisis is that in a single volume it presents the cutting edge of research on external perceptions whilst setting the agenda for future study. Richard Whitman, Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Kent, UK This volume gathers together an important body of research on a rapidly developing area of study, and shows that there is real substance to the investigations that can be carried out across disciplinary boundaries to explore the EU's impact on perceptions and policies in other regions of the world. As such, it not only makes a substantial contribution to the development of the field but also sets an agenda for future enquiry. Michael Smith, Department of Politics, History and International Relations, Loughborough University, UK