New from Ulrich K Preuß and Claus Offe: Citizens in Europe

For this exciting collection, eminent scholars of politics, law and sociology Claus Offe and Ulrich K Preuß join forces to analyse the strengths and weaknesses of the European Union. 

Full of original insights on the nature of the European crisis, the book explores the fates of democratic citizenship in the EU, analysing how fragmented societies can be held together by effective constitutional arrangements, and how state sovereignty and federal structures can be merged. 

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‘Half a century ago, two brilliant students caused a sensation with a radical and inspiring memorandum on an overdue university reform in Germany. In their respective academic fields, both have become masters of worldwide renown. It is an exciting experience to follow these two brilliant minds on their intellectual itinerary towards path-breaking interpretations of the present fate of democracy in Europe.’ Jürgen Habermas 

‘Few will disagree with Claus Offe’s contention “...that the way democracies function and the political outcomes they generate are often frustrating, disappointing, short-sighted, unfair, and thus seriously deficient”. In these essays he and Ulrich Preuß confront the challenges posed by this state of affairs for, and possible approaches to solutions in, citizenship, constitutionalism, the welfare state and, in particular, European integration. Their rigorous philosophical reasoning and rich historical sweep makes this a book with which anyone seeking to grapple with these issues will want to engage.' Colin Crouch, Professor Emeritus, University of Warwick 

Keywords: European Union, Political Sociology