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Introduction to International Relations - Theories and Approaches (Paperback, 8th Revised edition)
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Offering unrivalled coverage of classical theories, contemporary
approaches, and current issues, together with an exceptionally
clear writing style, Introduction to International Relations
provides a uniquely accessible and engaging introduction to the
subject. With an emphasis on theoretical approaches and their
application to the real world, the authors encourage critical
engagement with the theories presented, highlighting their
strengths, weaknesses, and the major points of contention. The
eighth edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate current
events and key developments in the discipline. The changes include
a new, three-part structure, which helps students to build a clear
understanding of how key debates in the discipline are connected
with each other, and how these can be applied to the world around
them. The first part, 'Studying IR', emphasises the practical
reality of international relations in everyday life, and how to
connect this reality with the academic study of the subject. The
second part, 'Major IR Theories and Approaches', guides the reader
through the essential theories in the field, including Realism,
Liberalism, Social Constructivism, Postcolonialism, and Feminism,
among others. Finally, the third part, 'Theory Meets the Real
World: Policy and Issues', builds on this foundation by exploring
how we can understand current issues such as climate change and
terrorism through the lens of IR theory. A new final chapter, 'The
Big Question: World Order or World Chaos?', concludes the text by
tracing the development of, and theoretical debates around, the
concept of 'world order', providing students with a nuanced and
compelling analysis of the key challenges confronting the
contemporary world. Opening with an overview of the concept, the
authors go on to examine the consequences of the rise of China and
the resurgence of Russian influence, the new issues facing
established democracies and parts of the Global South, as well as
international institutions and their ability to provide global
governance. The chapter ends with a discussion that answers the
question posed at the start: are we witnessing world order or world
chaos? Digital formats and resources In addition to helpful
learning features within the book, the text is accompanied by
online resources designed to help students to take their learning
further. These include: For students: - Reinforce your
understanding of each chapter's key themes with short case studies
- Test your understanding and revise for exams with review
questions - Explore different theoretical debates through a series
of annotated web links to reliable content - Test your knowledge of
key terminology using the flashcard glossary - Extend your learning
with videos exploring key issues in IR For registered lecturers: -
Encourage debate and critical thinking in class with seminar
resources - Download figures from the text for use in your own
teaching materials
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