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The Globalization of World Politics An Introduction to International Relations

by: Baylis, John; Smith, Steve; Owens, Patricia

ISBN: 9780199569090 | 0199569096

Edition: 5th
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Pub. Date: 1/29/2011

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Now in its fifth edition, this internationally successful title has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics. New chapters on post colonialism and post structuralism as well as increased emphasis on the global financial crisis, forced migration, diplomacy and religion ensure The Globalization of World Politics remains the most comprehensive introduction to International Relations available. Expert contributors provide accessible butstimulating insights into the history, theory, structures and key issues i... MOREn IR, which are ideally suited to those coming to the subject for the first time. Students and lecturers are further supported by a cutting-edge Online Resource Centre with the following features:Student resources:Case studiesFlash card glossaryMultiple choice questionsWeb linksLinks to relevant journals News feedVideo podcasts from the contributorsRevision guide Instructor Resources:Case studies NEW TO THIS EDITIONInteractive library of links to journal articles, blogs and video content NEW TO THIS EDITIONTest bankQuestion bankPowerPoint slidesFigures and tables from the book

Working from a unique non-U.S. perspective, this market-leading text provides a coherent, accessible, and engaging introduction to the globalization of world politics. Now in its fifth edition, this internationally successful text has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics. New chapters on post colonialism and post structuralism ensure that it will remain the most comprehensive introduction to international relations available. This exceptional text is ideal for students who are approaching the subject for the first time. FEATURES * Presents contributions from an impressive line-up of international experts, each of whom provides accessible but stimulating insights into history, theory, structures, processes, and other key issues in the field * Offers a visually appealing full-color interior * Provides a strong pedagogical program, which includes numerous boxes, figures, tables, maps, questions, lively examples, and case studies NEW TO THIS EDITION * Two brand-new chapters--on post structuralism and post colonialism--that provide more detailed coverage of alternative approaches to IR theory * Updates all chapters in light of the latest global events including the 2008 financial crisis, forced migration, diplomacy, and religion * Adds three new contributors--international scholars Matthew Watson, Tony Evans, and Jack Donnelly--who have substantially revised three chapters * An enhanced and updated Companion Website, which contains resources for instructors (case studies, an interactive library of links to journal articles, blogs, and video content; a test bank; a question bank; PowerPoint-based lecture slides; and figures and tables from the book) and students (case studies, a flashcard glossary, multiple-choice questions, relevant links, a news feed, video podcasts from the contributors, and a revision guide.)

*=New to this Edition
Introduction, John Baylis, Steve Smith, and Patricia Owens
1. Globalization and Global Politics, Anthony McGrew
PART ONE: THE HISTORICAL CONTEXT
2. The Evolution of International Society, David Armstrong
3. International History, 1900-1999, Len Scott
4. From the Cold War to the War on Terror, Michael Cox
PART TWO: THEORIES OF WORLD POLITICS
5. Realism, Tim Dunne and Brian C. Schmidt
6.... MORE

John Baylis is Pro-Vice Chancellor and Professor of Politics and International Relations at University of Wales, Swansea.

Steve Smith is Vice-Chancellor and Professor of International Politics at University of Exeter.

Patricia Owens is Senior Lecturer in International Politics at Queen Mary, University of London.

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