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European Constitutional Law uses a distinctive two-part structure to examine the legal foundations and powers of the European Union. Written in a uniquely engaging style, and full of logical explanations and illuminating analyses, Schütze provides students with the means for a sophisticated study of the subject. Extensive diagrams and tables clarify key concepts and processes; and the book's critical approach ensures awareness of the intricacies of European constitutional law. A practical appendix and the author's companion webpage help students to find and read primary and secondary legal sources.
Part I: Constitutional Foundations
1:Constitutional History: From Paris to Lisbon
2:Constitutional Nature: A Federation of States
3:Governmental Structure: Union Institutions I
4:Governmental Structure: Union Institutions II
5:European Law I: Nature - Direct Effect
6:European Law II: Nature - Primacy/Pre-emption
Part II: Governmental Powers
7:Legislative Powers: Competences and Procedures
8:External Powers: Competences and Procedures
9:Executive Powers: Competences and Procedures
10:Judicial Powers I: (Centralised) European Procedures
11:Judicial Powers II: (Decentralised) National Procedures
12:Limiting Powers: EU Fundamental Rights
Appendices: How to Study European Union Law
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European Constitutional Law uses a distinctive two-part structure to examine the legal foundations and powers of the European Union. Written in a uniquely engaging style, and full of logical explanations and illuminating analyses, Schütze provides students with the means for a sophisticated study of the subject. Extensive diagrams and tables clarify key concepts and processes; and the book's critical approach ensures awareness of the intricacies of European constitutional law. A practical appendix and the author's companion webpage help students to find and read primary and secondary legal sources.
