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In his new book, The Darkest Hour: Europe's Last Chance, the BBC's Europe editor, Katya Adler, argues that Europe is facing its darkest hour since World War Two. She writes that the European Union is on the brink of collapse, and that the continent is facing a resurgence of nationalism and populism. Adler warns that if Europe does not act soon, it could face a future of division and conflict.

A Europe in Crisis

Adler's book is a timely and important contribution to the debate about the future of Europe. She argues that the European Union is facing an existential crisis, and that the continent is at a crossroads. Europe, she writes, is facing a choice between "integration and disintegration." Adler argues that if Europe does not choose integration, it will face a future of division and conflict.

The Lost Continent: The BBC's Europe Editor on Europe's Darkest Hour Since World War Two

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Adler's book is based on her extensive experience reporting on Europe. She has witnessed firsthand the rise of nationalism and populism in the region, and she has seen the damage that it has done. She writes that "the forces of disintegration are on the march" in Europe, and that "the European Union is in danger of falling apart." Adler warns that if Europe does not act soon, it could face a future of division and conflict.

The Rise of Nationalism and Populism

One of the most important factors contributing to Europe's current crisis is the rise of nationalism and populism. Adler writes that "nationalism is a powerful force in Europe," and that "it is driving the forces of disintegration." She argues that nationalism is a threat to the European Union because it undermines the values of unity and cooperation that the EU is based on.

Adler also writes about the rise of populism in Europe. She argues that populism is a threat to democracy because it appeals to people's fears and prejudices. Populist leaders, she writes, "offer simple solutions to complex problems," and they "prey on people's fears and insecurities." Adler warns that populism could lead to a breakdown of democracy in Europe.

The Future of Europe

Adler concludes her book by arguing that Europe is at a crossroads. She writes that Europe has a choice between "integration and disintegration," and that the future of the continent depends on the choices that are made today. Adler argues that Europe must choose integration if it wants to avoid a future of division and conflict. She writes that "the European Union is the best hope for a peaceful and prosperous future for Europe." Adler urges Europeans to "defend the European Union" and to "work together to build a better future for Europe."

The Darkest Hour: Europe's Last Chance is a timely and important book. Adler's analysis of the current state of Europe is clear-eyed and unflinching, and her warnings about the future of the continent are sobering. However, Adler's book is not without hope. She believes that Europe can overcome its current challenges and build a better future. She writes that "the European Union is the best hope for a peaceful and prosperous future for Europe." Adler urges Europeans to "defend the European Union" and to "work together to build a better future for Europe."

About the Author

Katya Adler is the BBC's Europe editor. She has been reporting on Europe for more than 20 years, and she is one of the most respected journalists in the field. Adler is the author of several books, including The Decoding of the New Europe and Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took on the West.

The Lost Continent: The BBC's Europe Editor on Europe's Darkest Hour Since World War Two

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