This study investigates the complex and often contentious relationship between British political culture and the process of European integration since 1950. Edited by David B. Baker and David Seawright, the volume compiles research from a variety of experts to analyze how domestic political institutions, parties, and interest groups have shaped Britain's stance toward the European Union. The authors utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to evaluate the historical trajectory and the internal political dynamics that have defined this relationship over several decades.

Experts frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the internal political friction that characterized Britain's long-term engagement with European integration. Readers often note the academic rigor and the breadth of the contributors' perspectives, which provide a balanced view of the various institutional and societal forces at play.