In its 4th edition, McCormick's European Union Politics offers a thorough exploration of the EU's evolution, functions, and roles, offering an insightful yet accessible analysis of EU politics and policies.

This updated edition reflects recent developments shaping the EU and its external relations, such as the 2024 European Parliament elections, leadership changes within the European Commission and the European Council, shifts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and the aftermath of the 2024 US presidential election. Throughout the text, the author's clear and engaging style strikes a crucial balance between theoretical insights and practical content, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of EU politics.

Adopting a comparative lens, European Union Politics also provides insightful coverage on the personality of the EU as an entity, the EU treaties, the member states, specialized agencies, political parties, and elections and referendums, all of which are essential to an understanding of the EU.

With accessible features including illustrations, figures and tables, this text is an ideal companion for those studying introductory EU politics modules or a valuable resource for anyone wishing to deepen their knowledge of the broader subject area.