Publication

2007-07-01 - Oxford University Press, Oxford, England

Language

English

Word Count

40,000 words, Guess

Page Count

160 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

and 4 more

Classifications

  • DDC327
  • LCCJZ1305 .W545 2007

Description

Covering topics such as foreign policy, the world economy, and globalization, this Very Short Introduction shows how many disciplines come together in the study of international events. Paul Wilkinson explains the theories underlying the subject, and uses them to investigate issues of foreign policy, arms control, the environment, and world poverty. Taking care to discuss not only the main academic theories of the discipline, he also brings to light the practical problems and issues confronting the field today, and later examines the important role of organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union, as well as the influence of ethnic and religious movements and terrorist groups in shaping the way states interact. In closing, Wilkinson takes a look forward to the possible future of international relations.

Description

What is international relations? This title covers topics such as foreign policy, the world economy and globalisation, showing how many disciplines come together in the study of international events.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • Very Short Introductions

Other Editions

  • International Relations: A Very Short IntroductionPaperbackOxford University Press2007-07-01

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