Description
Book SynopsisGlobal Politics is a concise and engaging introduction to international relations. Lawson presents key theories and concepts, demonstrating how they apply to everyday life. Using examples from around the world, both historical and contemporary, the textbook presents a truly global picture of politics.
Trade ReviewA lively, well-written introductory text, with good supporting materials, that our students will find engaging. * Alan Apperley, Senior Lecturer in Politics at University of Wolverhampton *
This book enables students to cover traditional thinking on IR while challenging them to critically re-evaluate mainstream ways of thinking in one go. Contemporary topics are covered which also makes the textbook relevant to todays undergraduate students. * Taku Tamaki, Lecturer in International Relations at Loughborough University *
Table of Contents1: Introducing Global Politics 2: States, Nations and Empires 3: Traditional Theories in Global Politics 4: Critical Approaches to Global Politics 5: New Waves of Theorizing in Global Politics 6: Security and Insecurity 7: International Organizations in Global Politics 8: International Law 9: Diplomacy and Foreign Policy 10: Global Political Economy 11: Global Politics in the Anthropocene 12: Conclusion: Justice and the Future of Global Politics
