Using a detailed analysis of the writings of Nietzsche, Elbe seeks to articulate a more meaningful idea of Europe, which would enhance the legitimacy of the European Union and provide the basis for a European identity.

Chapter 1 Europe Chapter 2 God or nothingness? Chapter 3 Labyrinths of the future Chapter 4 Europe wants to become one Chapter 5 We good Europeans Chapter 6 Free thoughts Notes Select bibliography Index

Stefan Elbe lectures in International Relations at the University of Warwick. His articles have appeared in The Journal of Political Ideologies, Millennium: Journal of International Studies and International Security.