Introduction to Global Politics - Richard W. Mansbach

Fully revised and updated the second edition of Introduction to Global Politics places an increased emphasis on the themes of continuity and change. It continues to explain global politics using an historical approach firmly linking history with the events of today. By integrating theory and political practice at individual state and global levels students are introduced to key developments in global politics helping them make sense of major trends that are shaping our world. This is a highly illustrated textbook with informative and interactive boxed material throughout. Chapter opening timelines contextualise the material that follows and definitions of key terms are provided in a glossary at the end of the book. Every chapter ends with student activities cultural materials and annotated suggestions for further reading that now include websites. Key updates for this edition: New chapter on 'The causes of war and the changing nature of violence in global politics' New chapter on 'Technology and global politics' Enhanced coverage of theory including post-positivist theories Uses `levels of analysis' framework throughout the text New material on the financial crisis BRIC and Iran Introduction to Global Politics continues to be essential reading for students of political science global politics and international relations.

TITLE: Introduction to Global Politics

AUTHOR: Richard W. Mansbach

SKU: 9780415782722

PUBLISHER: Taylor & Francis Ltd

DATE PUBLISHED: 01/12/2011

PLACE PUBLISHED: United Kingdom

PAGES: 602

BINDING: Paperback / softback

LANGUAGE: English

DIMENSIONS: 191 mm x 248 mm

WEIGHT: 1312 gr