Introducing International Relations

Paul Sharp

ISBN 10: 1138297674 / ISBN 13: 9781138297678

Published by Routledge 2018-03-29, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introducing International Relations
• Publisher: Routledge 2018-03-29
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138297674
• ISBN 13: 9781138297678
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This exciting new textbook provides an accessible and lively introduction to international relations for students encountering the subject for the first time.

Presenting complex ideas, concepts and arguments in a straightforward and conversational way, the textbook explains international relations from a diplomatic perspective, emphasizing co-existence in the absence of agreement, and developing students’ ability to make sense of the current conditions of international uncertainty.

Introducing students to the major theories and issues in international relations, each chapter:

• is written to a common structure, dividing each topic into sections with learning objectives within each section to provide points of focus for students and instructors
• includes extensive text box examples and short case studies for reflection and discussion
• provides key terms, key takeaways and simple exercises which require short responses
• offers a suggested list of further readings for those who wish to explore a topic further.

The first introductory textbook to take a diplomatic approach, this text is essential reading for all those looking to take their first steps into the study of international relations in an era of uncertainty.

About the Author

Paul Sharp is Professor and Head of Political Science at the University of Minnesota Duluth where he teaches courses in International Relations, Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, and International Relations Theory.