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Realism and International Relations provides a review of political realism, which for the last half-century has dominated the study of International Relations. Containing chapter-by-chapter guides to further reading and discussion questions for students, this book offers an accessible and lively survey of the subject.

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'Donnelly's book produces a clear, but sophisticated, analysis of realism in international relations. It is one of the rate examples of a book of international relations theory that is approachable and easily understandable, but not lacking in original or noteworthy analysis. This book will be of use to both experienced academics and novices in the study of international relations. It provides an excellent, and very readable, starting point for the study of realism … Donnelly's book is both an excellent starting off point and a significant contribution to this enduring debate.' The Journal of European Affairs

Table of Contents
Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. The realist tradition; 2. Human nature and state motivation; 3. Anarchy, hierarchy and order; 4. System, structure and balance of power; 5. Institutions and international society; 6. Morality and foreign policy; Conclusion: the nature and contribution of realism; Selected recommended readings; References; Index.

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      Publisher Cambridge University Press
      Published 6 January 2000
      ISBN-13 9780521597524
      978-0521597524
      ISBN-10 0521597528
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      International relations

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Realism and International Relations provides a review of political realism, which for the last half-century has dominated the study of International Relations. Containing chapter-by-chapter guides to further reading and discussion questions for students, this book offers an accessible and lively survey of the subject.

      Trade Review
      'Donnelly's book produces a clear, but sophisticated, analysis of realism in international relations. It is one of the rate examples of a book of international relations theory that is approachable and easily understandable, but not lacking in original or noteworthy analysis. This book will be of use to both experienced academics and novices in the study of international relations. It provides an excellent, and very readable, starting point for the study of realism … Donnelly's book is both an excellent starting off point and a significant contribution to this enduring debate.' The Journal of European Affairs

      Table of Contents
      Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1. The realist tradition; 2. Human nature and state motivation; 3. Anarchy, hierarchy and order; 4. System, structure and balance of power; 5. Institutions and international society; 6. Morality and foreign policy; Conclusion: the nature and contribution of realism; Selected recommended readings; References; Index.

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