Europe: Identity, Symbols and Meaning, (Hardcover)

Europe is world's second-smallest continent. It comprises the western part of the Eurasian landmass and is completely located in the Northern Hemisphere. French, Greek, English, Portuguese, German, Italian, Nordic languages, Spanish and East European languages are among the major languages spoken in Europe. One of the major economic and political entities within this continent is the European Union. It is a union between 27 member states that are located primarily in Europe. It was founded on principal values such as human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, rule of law, and human rights. The EU utilizes several symbols such as the motto of the EU, the flag of Europe, Europe day and the anthem of Europe. This book is appropriate for students and experts seeking detailed information on the identity, symbols and meaning of Europe. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make it an invaluable source of knowledge.