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Blair, Alasdair; Curtis, Steven

 
9780748624157: International Politics: An Introductory Guide (Politics Study Guides)
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ISBN 10: 0748624155 ISBN 13: 9780748624157
Editorial: Edinburgh University Press, 2009

Sinopsis

This accessible, user-friendly and bang-up-to-date introduction to International Politics blends key facts and terms with strong analytical commentary, examining the debates and issues of greatest relevance to the study of the subject.Focusing on the period since 1900, the book provides detailed coverage of key events from the origins of the First World War to the post-Cold War international order. Written in a clear and jargon-free style, particular features include:*The shift from Great Powers to Superpowers in the first half of the twentieth century*The Cold War and post-Cold War order*A fresh approach to understanding the relevancy of theory*State and non-state actors*The challenge of globalization*Order, justice and security in International PoliticsThis clear and authoritative account of International Politics benefits from an exhaustive list of boxes, tables and figures, as well as extensive cross-referencing throughout. This book is an essential guide to understanding the challenges that face world peace and security in the twenty-first century.

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Alasdair Blair is Professor of International Relations and Head of the Department of Historical and Social Studies at De Montfort University. He is author of a number of books on British Foreign Policy and European integration, including Companion to the European Union (2006), The European Union since 1945 (2005), Saving the Pound? Britain's Road to Monetary Union (2002) and co-author (with Anthony Forster) of The Making of Britain's European Foreign Policy (2002).

Steven Curtis is Senior Lecturer in International Relations at London Metropolitan University.

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Politics Study GuidesSeries Editor: Duncan WattsThis is a series of well-written, accessible introductions to key areas of Politics courses taught at both A-level/Highers and first-year undergraduate level.Each book is structured in the same way, with all chapters including the following:o A short boxed paragraph of introduction, setting out the broad area to be exploredo A brief conclusion summarising what you should have learnto A glossary of key termso Sample examination questionso Helpful websiteso Suggestions for further readingThe emphasis is on responding to student needs by producing up-to-date material written in a user-friendly style.International Politics: An Introductory GuideAlasdair Blair and Steven CurtisThis accessible, user-friendly and bang-up-to-date introduction to International Politics blends key facts and terms with strong analytical commentary, examining the debates and issues of greatest relevance to the study of the subject.Focusing on the period since 1900, the book provides detailed coverage of key events from the origins of the First World War to the post-Cold War international order. Written in a clear and jargon-free style, particular features include:* The shift from Great Powers to Superpowers in the first half of the twentieth century* The Cold War and post-Cold War order* A fresh approach to understanding the relevancy of theory* State and non-state actors* The challenge of globalization* Order, justice and security in International PoliticsThis clear and authoritative account of International Politics benefits from an exhaustive list of boxes, tables and figures, as well as extensive cross-referencing throughout. This book is an essential guide to understanding the challenges that face world peace and security in the twenty-first century.Alasdair Blair is Professor of International Relations at De Montfort University. His books include Companion to the European Union (2006)

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Edinburgh University Press
Año de publicación
2009
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ISBN 10 
0748624155
ISBN 13 
9780748624157
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