Comparative Regional Integration:
Theoretical Perspectives

Editor – Finn Laursen
Ashgate, Hampshire, 2003. ISBN: 0-7546-3261-X (HB). ISBN: 0-7546-4086-8 (PB)

By contrasting different theoretical perspectives on regional integration, this valuable text advances our understanding of this important phenomenon in international relations. The volume contains theoretical considerations with empirical studies of integration efforts in parts of the world including Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America.

Structure in four strong sections: governmentalist perspectives; power perspectives; constructivist perspectives; and neo functionalist and historical institutionalist perspectives, the book appeals to theorists, policy makers, students and other readers concerned about world developments. It will also serve a place on courses covering international political economy, international relations and regional integration, both at under graduate and graduate levels.