International Theory: Positivism and Beyond - Softcover

Smith, Steve

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521479487 ISBN 13: 9780521479486

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2009

Synopsis

This book brings together leading figures who have made key contributions to the development of international theory to provide a major survey of the state of the subject. The contributors analyze the traditional theoretical approaches in the discipline, the issues and groups that are marginalized by mainstream theory, and important new developments in international theory. The book concludes with five chapters that look at the future of the subject. This volume will be a valuable text for both students and scholars of international relations.

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Book Description:

Contributors analyse the traditional theoretical approaches in international theory, the issues and groups that are marginalized by mainstream theory, and important new developments in the discipline. The book concludes with five chapters that look at the future of the subject.

Review:

"This book is a major attack on the conventional ways in which international relations theory is conceived. International in scope and broad in its perspectives, this volume is an education in and of itself. More importantly, it will be an eye opener for those who see IR theory as essentially a debate between neorealists and neoliberals. The discourse in IR theory is much broader and indeed more profound than that. Highly recommended for scholars and students alike." John Vasquez, Vanderbilt University

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0521479487
• ISBN 13: 9780521479486
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 380