Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches - Softcover

Jackson, Robert; Sørensen, Georg

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0199260583 ISBN 13: 9780199260584

Publisher: OUP Oxford, 2003

Synopsis

Fully revised and updated to cover contemporary debates in international relations, the new edition of this successful textbook will provide an ideal introduction to the theories in world politics. The strengths and weaknesses of each theory are critically examined and their main points of contention are thoroughly discussed. NEW TO THIS EDITION: The book is accompanied by a dedicated WEBSITE - including case material, web links and further questions for each chapter. This site helps students fully understand IR theory and puts the theory into practice with analysis of real-life issues. Additional chapter on International Political Economy - one chapter covers classical theories and the other covers contemporary debates. Additional chapter on methodological debates - one chapter covers classical versus positivist approaches and the other covers post-positivist approaches. Chapter 10 on'New Issues in IR': the section on sovereignty has been upgraded to incorporate changes in statehood and new security challenges post September 11.

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Review:

"This work is an outstanding introduction to the theory of international relations. The authors cover a wide range of theoretical approaches and do so in a probing yet accessible manner. With its exemplary balance and clarity, the book deserves a wide readership among students young and old."--David Hendrickson, Colorado College "Jackson and Sorensen's Introduction to International Relations has already become a classic, and the fourth edition of their text only confirms their accomplishment as thought-provoking, exceptionally clear in expression, and complete and balanced in their treatment of a contentious field."-- David Clinton, Baylor University "A unique and highly valuable textbook that offers students succinct understandings of diverse international relations theories and their relationship with one another. The fourth edition is even more user friendly and covers all substantive new debates in IR theory and foreign policy analyses."-- T.V. Paul, McGill University "Jackson and Sorensen illuminate the subject with a rare combination of theoretical mastery, empirical argument, and normative insight like no other. The result is a book firmly situated in the world, demonstrating the intrinsically human character of international relations--its successes and its possibilities."--William Bain, University of Wales, Aberystwyth "Exemplary. . . pitched perfectly to promote student understanding."--John M. Hobson, University of Sheffield

Book Description:

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About this edition

• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0199260583
• ISBN 13: 9780199260584
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 360