Publication

The contribution focuses on the unfolding and tensions within the trans-Atlantic relationship. It pursues, in particular, the question how the bonds of association between Europe and America are best comprehended and accounted for. In trying to break some new ground for theorization it argues that the Realist, Liberal and Constructivist accounts have so far come up short in terms of providing up-to-date and broadly acceptable answers. The paper asserts that while elements of enmity and homogeneity are important, communities such as the Atlantic one are also critically brought together by their internal differences.