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Realism and International Relations - A Graphic Turn Toward Scientific Progress (Hardcover)
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Realism and International Relations - A Graphic Turn Toward Scientific Progress (Hardcover)
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Realism is one of the core theories within the field of
international relations, and it generally posits a state system
characterized by anarchy where states act in what they perceive to
be their own self interests. It is a controversial theory, and it
has many opponents. Yet effective debate among realists and those
who identify with other schools of thought has diminished
dramatically over time. As Patrick James argues in Realism and
International Relations, scholars in the field have become
dissatisfied with results from exchanges in words alone. He
contends that translation of the vast amount of information in the
field into knowledge requires a greater emphasis on communication
beyond the use of text. Given the challenges posed by existing and
intensifying information overload, he develops a new model that
relies on the graphic representation of analytical arguments. As
James explains, realist scholarship in the post-World War II era is
the natural domain for the application of systemism, a graphic form
of expression with straightforward rules for portrayal of
analytical arguments, notably cause and effect within theories.
Systemism goes beyond prior iterations of systems theory to offer a
visualization technique borrowed and adapted from the philosophy of
science. Systemist graphics reveal the shortcomings, contributions
and potential of realism. These visualizations, which focus on
realist theories about war, are intended to bring order out of what
critics tend to describe, with some justification, as chaos. In
sum, a graphic turn for realism in particular and international
relations in general is essential in order to achieve the
scientific progress that otherwise is likely to remain elusive. A
major theoretical work by an eminent scholar, this will be of
interest to all theorists focusing how the international system of
states actually functions.
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Imprint: |
Oxford UniversityPress
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2022 |
Authors: |
Patrick James
(Dana and David Dornsife Dean's Professor of International Relations)
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Dimensions: |
243 x 164 x 45mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Pages: |
648 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-19-764502-4 |
Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
International relations >
General
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LSN: |
0-19-764502-X |
Barcode: |
9780197645024 |
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