Synopsis
A comprehensive survey of classic and contemporary theories in international relations, this text contains coverage of the nature of theory as well as the ongoing development of theories and relationships between them. This fourth edition of the work has been updated to include new writings on neorealist/structural realism, democratic peace theory, neoliberal theory, the causes of "Long Peace" anarchy and political integration, post Cold War deterance, theories related to geographic and environmental factors, and recent developments in the theories of war.
From the Back Cover
Dougherty, James, Pfaltzgraff, Jr., Robert L., Contending Theories of International Relations: A Comprehensive Survey, 5th Edition*\ The most comprehensive and inclusive survey and synthesis available on the subject, this book makes the rich, ever-evolving complexity of IR theories accessible and fascinating for readers. Widely acclaimed for its vast scope, engaging writing style, and abundant citation of reference sources, the Fifth Edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the various paradigmatic and theoretical debates that have emerged since the end of the Cold War. The book incorporates the most significant current writings on all areas of theory from neorealism, neoliberal theory, postmodernism, and contructivism to globalization, ethnic conflict, international terrorism, and new approaches to deterrence amidst proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction technologies. For those interested in International Relations.
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