Finding out about Europe
Guides to European information sources
European Sources Online
European Sources Online (ESO) is a subscription-based electronic information service that focuses specifically on Europe, published by the Cardiff EDC.
ESO allows you to find easily and efficiently the widest and most up-to-date range of information sources about Europe, which have been selected by experts in the field. Sources include official EU documentation, information from international organisations, national governments, think tanks, research organisations and professional associations, textbooks and journals, and key news sources.
Information Guides compiled by the ESO Editorial Team provide expert and up-to-date introductions to the institutions and policies of the European Union and the countries of Europe.
Further information about European Sources Online
Europe on the Internet
Europe on the Internet presents a selection of the most useful web sites for information about the institutions and activities of the European Union, the countries of Europe and key European issues.
Европа в Интернет [български]
Europa im Internet [Deutsch]
Europa en Internet [Español]
l’Europe sur Internet [Français]
Europa na Internetu [Hrvatski]
l'Europa su Internet [Italiano]
Europa w Internecie [Polski]
Eurooppa Internetissä [Suomi]
Developments in the Archiving of EU Information
This presentation highlights initiatives by the European Union and others to offer long-term electronic access to EU publications and documents, the history of European integration and wider European culture.
Searching for European Information
A selection of web sites and databases that can be used to search for information about the European Union and the wider Europe.
EU Information and Communication Developments
An annual overview of the main developments in EU information and communication issues.
Europe in the World
The European Union's policies have an impact on, and are impacted upon by, the wider world - foreign and security policy, trade policy, enlargement policy, environmental and energy policies, development assistance and humanitarian aid, etc. This presentation highlights some of the key sources that can be used to find information in these areas.
The Role of the UK in EU Law
This presentation aims to show how the United Kingdom plays an integral part in the creation, adoption and implementation of European Union law.
Cardiff EDC Infosheets
A series of brief information guides, based on common enquiries received by the European Documentation Centre. Each guide includes links to web sites which provide information on the topic.
European Union publications
The Cardiff EDC receives a wide range of EU publications, which users may consult in the Centre. We can also help you find electronic copies of these titles for downloading. You can use European Sources Online to trace these publications, or visit the Easy Reading Corner section of the European Commission's web site.
Click on the links below to see a selection of recent titles intended for the general public. Many of these can be obtained free of charge from Cardiff EDC. Alternatively you can click on the thumbnail image to download the pdf version, or request a free paper copy, from the EU Bookshop (subject to availability). Teachers wishing to obtain multiple copies for use in the classroom can take advantage of our bulk orders service. Please contact us for details.
Most titles are available in all the official EU languages. Selected publications are also available in Welsh - for details see our Wales and Europe page.
Titles for the general public
The European Commission 2010-14: Profiles and priorities
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: NA-81-08-509-EN-C
Theme: Activities of the EU
Europe in 12 lessons
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: NA-31-10-652-EN-C
Theme: Activities of the EU
The ABC of European Union law
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: OA-81-07-147-EN-C
Theme: Law and Justice
Erasmus: I am one of the two million who did it!
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: NC-31-09-226-EN-C
Theme: Education
The EU provisions on social security: update 2010
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: KE-30-09-237-EN-C
Theme: Free movement of workers
What's in it for me? EU opportunities in education, culture and youth
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: NC-31-09-232-EN-C
Theme: Education
Travelling in Europe 2010
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: NA-32-09-160-EN-C
Theme: Tourism
Your guide to the Lisbon Treaty
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: NA-78-09-931-EN-C
Theme: Construction of Europe
Europe and you: a snapshot of EU achievements
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: NA-31-09-201-EN-C
Theme: Activities of the EU
Our beautiful countryside: rural development in the EU
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-81-08-465-EN-D
Theme: Agriculture
One currency for one Europe: the road to the euro
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KC-78-09-585-EN-C
Theme: Economic and monetary union
The CAP budget: how the money is spent
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-81-08-463-EN-D
Theme: Agriculture
The Common Agricultural Policy explained
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-81-08-237-EN-C
Theme: Agriculture
Panorama of the European Union
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: NA-30-08-804-EN-D
Theme: Activities of the EU
Moving within the European Union, the European Economic Area and Switzerland? Learn about your rights
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KE-78-09-675-EN-D
Theme: Free movement of workers
The European Union: basic figures
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KS-81-08-370-EN-D
Theme: General statistics
Climate change - what is it all about?
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KH-81-08-360-EN-C
Theme: Environment
Titles for children
Let's explore Europe
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: NA-32-10-251-EN-C
Theme: Culture
Hope for the Kayakos
Publication year: 2010
Catalogue number: KH-31-09-252-EN-C
Theme: Environment
United in diversity
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KC-78-09-829-D2-C
Theme: Culture
Julia and Steven's adventures: discovering the world of organic farming
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-30-08-129-EN-C
Theme: Agriculture
Agriculture ... Go!
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-81-08-238-EN-C
Theme: Agriculture
Blossom Lane
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KH-78-09-679-EN-C
Theme: Environment
Four Seasons
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: KF-78-09-662-EN-C
Theme: Agriculture
Languages take you further
Publication year: 2009
Catalogue number: NA-81-08-387-EN-C
Theme: Culture
A present for Timmy
Publication year: 2008
Catalogue number: KH-81-08-184-EN-C
Theme: Environment
Let's explore Europe
Publication year: 2008
Catalogue number: NA-78-07-397-EN-C
Theme: Culture
You control climate change - make a pledge!
Publication year: 2008
Catalogue number: KH-78-07-164-EN-C
Theme: Environment
The Blue Island
Publication year: 2007
Catalogue number: KH-77-07-218-EN-C
Theme: Environment
Europe and agriculture
Publication year: 2007
Catalogue number: KF-70-07-033-EN-C
Theme: Agriculture
Key facts and figures about Europe and the Europeans
Publication year: 2007
Catalogue number: NA-76-06-481-EN-C
Theme: General statistics
Together!
Publication year: 2006
Catalogue number: KH-73-06-736-EN-C
Theme: Environment
On the farm
Publication year: 2006
Catalogue number: KF-76-06-077-0A-C
Theme: Agriculture