The Basics of Global Politics

The Basics of Global Politics
ISBN-10
1940771846
ISBN-13
9781940771847
Category
Political Science
Pages
534
Language
English
Published
2021-04-27
Authors
Dlynn Armstrong Williams, Raluca Viman-Miller

Description

Basics of Global Politics is an introduction to world politics for any beginner political science student. This book reviews domestic and international politics, reviews political ideologies, and explores additional critical lenses, such as feminist and environmental theory. Features: In-depth analysis of realism, liberalism, and constructivism Explains changing approaches to international relations after major global conflicts Discusses global trends, obstacles, and developing identities in international relations Contents Part 1: Basics of Global Politics Chapter 1: Basic Concepts, Actors, and Influences Chapter 2: The Rise of Modern Politics Part II: Theories of Global Politics Chapter 3: Power Politics Chapter 4: Liberalism and Alternatives to Power Politics Chapter 5: Social and Gender Theories Part III: Global Structures and Processes Chapter 6: Foreign Policy Chapter 7: State and Non-State Violence: War and Terrorism Chapter 8: Security and Military Power Chapter 9: International Organizations, International Law, and Human Security Chapter 10: NGOs and World Politics Chapter 11: Global and Regional Governance Part IV: Globalization and its Impact Chapter 12: International Political Economy and Globalization Chapter 13: Global Trends in Business and Finances Chapter 14: Development, North-South Gap, and International Aid Chapter 15: Environment and Population Chapter 16: Identities in International Relations Glossary Contributors Index

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