International Relations, 4e
4th Edition
Will be published approx. on 16. September 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
464 pages
978-0-19-777604-9 (ISBN)
Description
Using a consistent three-part framework within each chapter of Ideas/Principles, Theories/Approaches, and Applications, International Relations, Fourth Edition, shows students how to think critically about issues and current events in world politics. Each chapter first describes key concepts and developments in the field (Ideas), then presents the main theoretical and analytical approaches (Approaches), and finally applies the main theories and approaches within the individual, state, and global contexts (Applications). Historical information is woven throughout the text through History Lab features, and every chapter ends with an extended Case Study that demonstrates how what we have learned from the past can influence our future actions. Visual Reviews at the end of each chapter not only recap key points but include Critical Thinking questions that reflect the chapter learning objectives. A unique Conclusion, "Forecasting the World of 2030," serves as a capstone exercise and includes discussion and writing prompts to help students synthesize what they've learned.
Reviews / Votes
The overall structure of International Relations is original, based on ideas, arguments, context, and applications. The text is carefully written and very solid in terms of scholarship; its greatest strength is the bridging between theory and policy. * Robert Weiner, University of Massachusetts, Amherst* International Relations has a logical progression, starting with sovereignty, definition of theory, and then concepts, before moving to international security, law, IPE, and current challenges. This makes it relatively easy for students to grasp essential concepts and engage in critical thinking. * Thomas Lefebvre, Trinity College
* I like that the authors apply levels of analysis across the chapters * this introduces students early on to the idea that IR is complicated and multi-facetedproviding them with a consistent framework as they begin their study of IR.Theresa Schroeder, Radford University
* The writing and analyses are easy for students to follow and understand. At the same time, the authors cover the major theoretical and history material at the core of international relations. * Edward Kannyo, Rochester Institute of Technology
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More details
Edition
4th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 192 mm
Thickness: 30 mm
Weight
1067 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-777604-9 (9780197776049)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Eric Shiraev is Professor and Head of CARP (Character Assassination and Reputation Politics Research Lab) at George Mason University.
Vladislav Zubok is Professor of History at the London School of Economics.
Vladislav Zubok is Professor of History at the London School of Economics.
Content
Preface Maps of the World PART I. STUDYING INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 1: Introducing International Relations 2: The Evolution of International Relations 3: Realism and Liberalism 4: Alternative Views PART II. THE THREE FACETS OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 5: International Security 6: International Law and International Organizations 7: International Political Economy and Development PART III. TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY CHALLENGES 8: Evolving Security Challenges 9: Environmental Issues 10: Humanitarian Concerns Glossary References Credits Index