Rethinking International Relations Theory

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Political Science, International, International Relations
Cover of the book Rethinking International Relations Theory by Martin Griffiths, Macmillan Education UK
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Martin Griffiths ISBN: 9781137294142
Publisher: Macmillan Education UK Publication: March 2, 2011
Imprint: Red Globe Press Language: English
Author: Martin Griffiths
ISBN: 9781137294142
Publisher: Macmillan Education UK
Publication: March 2, 2011
Imprint: Red Globe Press
Language: English

International Relations (IR) theory has seen a proliferation of competing, and increasingly trenchant, worldviews with no consensus on how to evaluate their relative strengths and weakness. This innovative new text provides an original interpretation of how best to navigate the clash of perspectives in contemporary IR theory.

The book provides a systematic overview of the main worldviews – such as realism, liberalism, and constructivism – and their associated theoretical underpinnings. Placing liberal internationalism at the heart of the debate, it argues that the main division in IR theory is between liberal internationalism and its critics. Griffiths examines both the strengths and weaknesses of liberal internationalism as a worldview, and also explores the competing worldviews that have been generated by the perceived flaws of this perspective.

Examination of crucial policy issues is incorporated throughout the text, restoring the relevance of theory for those who wish to understand those policy issues. Moreover, this book revitalises the raison d'être of contemporary IR theory and shows the role it can play in making sense of the twenty-first century.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

International Relations (IR) theory has seen a proliferation of competing, and increasingly trenchant, worldviews with no consensus on how to evaluate their relative strengths and weakness. This innovative new text provides an original interpretation of how best to navigate the clash of perspectives in contemporary IR theory.

The book provides a systematic overview of the main worldviews – such as realism, liberalism, and constructivism – and their associated theoretical underpinnings. Placing liberal internationalism at the heart of the debate, it argues that the main division in IR theory is between liberal internationalism and its critics. Griffiths examines both the strengths and weaknesses of liberal internationalism as a worldview, and also explores the competing worldviews that have been generated by the perceived flaws of this perspective.

Examination of crucial policy issues is incorporated throughout the text, restoring the relevance of theory for those who wish to understand those policy issues. Moreover, this book revitalises the raison d'être of contemporary IR theory and shows the role it can play in making sense of the twenty-first century.

More books from Macmillan Education UK

Cover of the book Gabriel García Márquez by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book The Student Life Handbook by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Animal Cognition by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Reading Shakespeare by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Literature and Science by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Pragmatics by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Theatre and the City by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Health Studies by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book J.R.R. Tolkien by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Comparative Public Policy by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Wordsmithery by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Principles of Marketing by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book The Critically Reflective Practitioner by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book A History of Greece by Martin Griffiths
Cover of the book Modern Theories of Performance by Martin Griffiths
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy