New Explorations Into International Relations

Author : Seung-Whan Choi
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780820349077

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New Explorations Into International Relations by Seung-Whan Choi Pdf

This book addresses a range of issues surrounding the search for scientific truths in the study of international conflict and international political economy. Unlike empirical studies in other disciplines, says Seung-Whan Choi, many political studies seem more competent at presenting theoretical conjecture and hypotheses than they are at performing rigorous empirical analyses. When we study global issues like democratic institutions, flows of foreign direct investment, international terrorism, civil wars, and international conflict, we often uncritically adopt established theoretical frameworks and research designs. The natural assumption is that well-known and widely cited studies, once ingrained within the tradition of the discipline, should not be challenged or refuted. However, do such noted research areas reflect scientific truth? Choi looks closely at ten widely cited empirical studies that represent well-known research programs in international relations. His discussions address such statistical and theoretical issues as endogeneity bias, model specification error, fixed effects, theoretical predictability, outliers, normality of regression residuals, and choice of estimation techniques. In addition, scientific progress made by remarkable discoveries usually results from finding a new way of thinking about long-held scientific truths, therefore Choi also demonstrates how one may search for novel ideas at minimal cost by developing new research designs with original data. Here is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and policy makers who want to quickly grasp the evolutionary pattern of scientific research on democracy, foreign investment, terrorism, and conflict; build their research designs and choose appropriate statistical techniques; and identify their own agendas for the production of cutting-edge research.

Author : Nicholas A Sims
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317360490

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Explorations in Ethics and International Relations by Nicholas A Sims Pdf

This book examines the interaction between the realms of ethics and international relations. The essays discuss such issues as the responsibilities of defence scientists; theological reflections on compromise; the ethics of risk-taking; the international legal protection of human rights and the collaboration of non-governmental organisations in giving individuals greater influence through international institutions. Sydney D. Bailey made a distinguished contribution over many years in bringing ethical concerns to bear on international affairs. These essays, exploring some of the many areas in which he achieved recognition as a writer and policy adviser, were offered in his honour at 65 by his friends and colleagues. .

Author : Michael W Doyle,G. John Ikenberry
Publisher : Westview Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1997-09-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822025441882

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New Thinking In International Relations Theory by Michael W Doyle,G. John Ikenberry Pdf

Ten essays for readers with a general knowledge of and interest in international relations. Also suitable for classroom use. The diversity of perspectives includes the classical tradition at the end of the Cold War, work outside the mainstream, feminist theory, postmodernism, formal modeling, descriptive analysis, domestic structure, naturalist and geopolitical approaches, and structuralist theory. Paper edition (unseen), $25.00. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Alex Mintz,Bruce M. Russett
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0739108492

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New Directions for International Relations by Alex Mintz,Bruce M. Russett Pdf

Why does the academic study of international relations have limited impact on the policy community? In New Directions for International Relations, Mintz and Russett identify differences in methods of analysis as one cause of problematic, unreliable results. They discuss the problem and set the stage for nine chapters by diverse scholars to demonstrate innovative new developments in IR theory and creative new methods that can lay the basis for greater consensus.

Author : Silvia D'Amato,Matteo Dian,Alessandra Russo
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783031396557

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International Relations and Area Studies by Silvia D'Amato,Matteo Dian,Alessandra Russo Pdf

Discover the intricate tapestry of international politics and governance with this book. The book delves into the diverse nature of globally significant actors and systems across multiple regions. From Africa to Asia, Europe to the Middle East, this collection of thought-provoking case studies explores the role of regional actors in the international system. Combining theoretical innovation with empirical analysis, this volume expands the boundaries of International Relations (IR) and Area Studies (AS), showcasing their interconnections throughout history and in contemporary contexts. Through illuminating case studies drawn from the fields of "Comparative Regionalism" and "Non-Western IR Theory," the book sheds light on pressing international events. Unpacking complex questions, the contributors examine the application of IR scholarship to global events and provide fresh insights into political dynamics, conflicts, and state instability across various regions. By offering a comparative perspective on threats, political contestation, and security policies, this book challenges existing perspectives and enriches the debate. With its methodological and epistemological explorations, this book is an indispensable resource for scholars and students of international relations and security studies, as well as researchers focusing on specific world areas. Embark on a captivating journey through the multifaceted landscape of global affairs.

Author : Nicholas A Sims
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-08
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317360506

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Explorations in Ethics and International Relations by Nicholas A Sims Pdf

This book examines the interaction between the realms of ethics and international relations. The essays discuss such issues as the responsibilities of defence scientists; theological reflections on compromise; the ethics of risk-taking; the international legal protection of human rights and the collaboration of non-governmental organisations in giving individuals greater influence through international institutions. Sydney D. Bailey made a distinguished contribution over many years in bringing ethical concerns to bear on international affairs. These essays, exploring some of the many areas in which he achieved recognition as a writer and policy adviser, were offered in his honour at 65 by his friends and colleagues. .

Author : Robert Jackson,Georg Sørensen
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 373 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780199694747

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Introduction to International Relations by Robert Jackson,Georg Sørensen Pdf

This new edition has been updated in light of current events and ongoing debates and includes a new chapter on feminism, post-structuralism, and post-colonialism. It provides a highly readable introduction to the principal theories in international relations, combining original analysis with a range of learning features.

Author : Marie-Claude Smouts
Publisher : C. Hurst & Co. Publishers
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:39015050490559

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The New International Relations by Marie-Claude Smouts Pdf

Are international relations as we have known them coming to an end, to be replaced by a global politics in which inter-power rivalry and the exercise of authority are not longer to be defined within national boundaries, and the distinction between states and non-state actors will beome irrelevant?

Author : Norman Wait Harris Memorial Foundation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : International relations
ISBN : UOM:39015000563588

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New Approaches to International Relations by Norman Wait Harris Memorial Foundation Pdf

Author : Aneek Chatterjee
Publisher : Pearson Education India
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Global governance
ISBN : 8131733750

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International Relations Today: Concepts and Applications by Aneek Chatterjee Pdf

Meant primarily for students studying international relations, aspirants of civil services, International Relations Today: Concepts And Applications captures the drastic changes in international relations after the disintegration of the Soviet Union and the end of the Cold War in 1991. It also examines the rise of China as a major military and economic power, and the potential of Russia, India and Germany as tomorrow's big powers. It will also be useful for those interested in the discipline.

Author : Christine Ingebritsen,Iver Neumann,Sieglinde Gsthl
Publisher : University of Washington Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780295802107

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Small States in International Relations by Christine Ingebritsen,Iver Neumann,Sieglinde Gsthl Pdf

Smaller nations have a special place in the international system, with a striking capacity to defy the expectations of most observers and many prominent theories of international relations. This volume of classic essays highlights the ability of small states to counter power with superior commitment, to rely on tightly knit domestic institutions with a shared "ideology of social partnership," and to set agendas as "norm entrepreneurs." The volume is organized around themes such as how and why small states defy expectations of realist approaches to the study of power; the agenda-setting capacity of smaller powers in international society and in regional governance structures such as the European Union; and how small states and representatives from these societies play the role of norm entrepreneurs in world politics -- from the promotion of sustainable solutions to innovative humanitarian programs and policies..

Author : Herbert Butterfield,Martin Wight
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-10
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780192573551

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Diplomatic Investigations by Herbert Butterfield,Martin Wight Pdf

Diplomatic Investigations is a classic work in the field of International Relations. It is one of the few books in the field of International Relations (IR) that can be called iconic. Edited by Herbert Butterfield and Martin Wight, it brings together twelve papers delivered to early meetings of the British Committee on the Theory of International Politics, including several classic essays: Wight's 'Why is there no International Theory?' and 'Western Values in International Relations', Hedley Bull's 'Society and Anarchy in International Relations' and 'The Grotian Conception of International Society', and the two contributions made by Butterfield and by Wight on 'The Balance of Power'. Individually and collectively, these chapters have influenced not just the English school of international relations, but also a range of other approaches to the field of IR. After Diplomatic Investigations ceased to be available in print, it became a highly sought after book in the second-hand marketplace. This reissue, which includes a new introduction by Ian Hall and Tim Dunne, will ensure the book is available in the normal way, thereby enabling new generations of students and scholars to appreciate the work.

Author : Joseph Grieco,G. John Ikenberry,Michael Mastanduno
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 649 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2022-03-24
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781350933736

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Introduction to International Relations by Joseph Grieco,G. John Ikenberry,Michael Mastanduno Pdf

This bestselling introductory textbook provides a truly comprehensive and approachable guide to international affairs. Bringing together decades of combined experience in researching and teaching global politics from three acclaimed scholars, this book introduces you to the key concepts in international relations while equipping you with the tools to successfully analyse the rapidly changing world in which we live. Carefully and pedagogically structured, the book is driven by nuanced enduring questions to support active engagement with the subject matter. It covers everything from war and its causes to the pursuit of peace, the role of non-state actors on the world stage and transnational concerns such as climate change. Thought-provoking boxed features throughout highlight disparities between theory and practice, provide overviews of key research and make use of the influential levels-of-analysis framework. This third edition is completely updated throughout, including extensive coverage of the latest advances in international relations scholarship and supported by a wealth of contemporary case examples. The text is supported by a rich companion website with study guides, instructor resources and interactive exercises to allow you to consider complicated political decisions for yourself. Introduction to International Relations is the ultimate companion for undergraduate students of politics and international relations in need of an exciting and rigorous introduction to the subject.

Author : James Der Derian,Alexander Wendt
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780197568200

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Quantum International Relations by James Der Derian,Alexander Wendt Pdf

The contributors to this volume are motivated by a common apprehension and a common hope. The apprehension was first voiced by Einstein, who lamented the inability of humanity, at the individual and social level, to keep up with the increased speed of technological change brought about by the quantum revolution. As quantum science and technology fast forward into the 21st century, the social sciences remain stuck in classical, 19th century ways of thinking. Can such a mechanistic model of the mind and society possibly help us manage the fully realized technological potential of the quantum? That's where the hope appears: that perhaps quantum is not just a physical science, but a human science too. In Quantum International Relations, James Der Derian and Alexander Wendt gather rising scholars and leading experts to make the case for quantum approaches to world politics. As a fundamental theory of reality and enabler of new technologies, quantum now touches everything, with the potential to revolutionize how we conduct diplomacy, wage war, and make wealth. Contributors present the core principles of quantum mechanics--entanglement, uncertainty, superposition, and the wave function--as significant catalysts and superior heuristics for an accelerating quantum future. Facing a reality which no longer corresponds to an outdated Newtonian worldview of states as billiard balls, individuals as rational actors or power as objective interest, Der Derian and Wendt issue an urgent call for a new human science of quantum International Relations. At the centenary of the first quantum thought experiment in the 1920s, this book offers a diversity of explorations, speculations and approaches for understanding geopolitics in the 21st century.

Author : Peter Mangold
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135046781

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National Security and International Relations (Routledge Revivals) by Peter Mangold Pdf

First published in 1990, National Security and International Relations provides a concise analysis of the problem of national security in the twentieth century. It examines the criteria by which states decide what level of security they want to seek in an uncertain and essentially Hobbesian world, and why some states tend to underinsure, while obsessively insecure states overinsure, frequently making others more insecure in the process. In the wake of two world wars and the threat of nuclear destruction, Peter Mangold argues that war was becoming as much a source of insecurity as the intentions of other states. It then explores the different approaches attempted during the twentieth century to ameliorate or ideally escape from the security dilemma. These range from international regimes, to the restructuring of the international politics of Western Europe so as to substitute cooperation for conflict, and U.S. and Soviet attempts to render nuclear competition safer through arms control and confidence building measures. Of special value to students of International Relations and Strategic Studies, this book will also interest those keen to understand the challenges embodied in Gorbachev’s ‘new thinking’ in foreign policy.