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Understanding International Relations

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Understanding International Relations offers a comprehensive introduction to the field, exploring foreign policy, security, global governance, and the global economy. Chris Brown uses a wide range of contemporary examples including Brexit, the Ukraine conflict, the rise of China, and identity politics to demonstrate how theoretical frameworks illuminate complex global events. This fifth edition is fully updated with new research, a rewritten chapter on human rights and international criminal law, and an analysis of current world politics, providing a definitive guide for students.
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This text is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students of international relations at any stage of their studies. It is also suitable for educators seeking a comprehensive and engaging textbook on the subject.

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The fifth edition of this bestselling textbook offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to International relations and has been fully updated to cover the dramatic changes in recent world politics. Written in the author’s unique and engaging style, the text explores everything from foreign policy and security to global governance and the global economy, to show how the theories and concepts Brown outlines are the only way to make sense of contemporary issues and events.

With reference to such diverse events as Brexit, the Russian armed conflict in Ukraine, the financial crisis, the rise of China, and the challenges of identity politics, the author expertly shows how the range of theories presented in the book allow for an understanding of the destabilising events and developments that characterise global politics today, and will continue to do so in the future.

Understanding International Relations remains the definitive guide to understanding international relations, and is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students of international relations at any stage of their studies.

New to this Edition:

  • Thoroughly updated to showcase the breadth of the latest research and key thinkers in international relations theory.
  • Entirely rewritten chapter on the development of human rights and international criminal law.
  • Brand new chapter that offers a sophisticated and up-to-date analysis of the current state of world politics.

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Praised for its clarity and engaging style, the book is described as an excellent and up-to-date introduction to international relations theories and debates. Reviewers highlight its mix of historical depth, theoretical nuance, and accessible writing, making it a brilliant resource for both students and teachers. It is lauded as the best introduction to the discipline, combining wisdom and wit effectively.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781137611703

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 320

About the Author

CHRIS BROWN is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science, UK. He has published extensively on International Relations Theory, international political theory, and was previously Chair of the British International Studies Association and, at LSE, Head of the Department of International Relations.

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