World Politics in a New Era

by Steven L. Spiegel, Jennifer Morrison Taw, Fred L. Wehling, et al.

Book Overview

A uniquely in-depth treatment of the field, World Politics in a New Era, Sixth Edition, features extensive historical coverage that ranges from the Peace of Westphalia in 1648 to the present, offering students the best context to fully comprehend the modern political stage. It focuses on levels of analysis (systemic, domestic, and individual) in relation to major IR theories (realism, liberalism, and constructivism) and gives students the analytical tools to apply the theories to current issues. The authors integrate coverage of the competing threads of globalization and fragmentation throughout, examining how they tangle and weave through studies of global politics, economics, and culture.

FEATURES

"At a Glance" text boxes apply the theories and levels of analysis--individual, domestic, and systemic--to each chapter's theme

"What Would You Do?" boxes profile real-life events, asking students to play the role of a world leader/decision maker and propose a solution that takes into account the many complexities of world politics

"Spotlight" features in every chapter highlight interesting people, places, and situations; discuss important international events and colorful personalities in greater depth; or focus on specific facets of complex conflicts or theories

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199965625
• ISBN13: 9780199965625
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.4" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Fantastic Beginning Text for International Relations

Facts, theories, and history abound in this textbook! I cannnot say enough good things about it. It is easy to read and well-organized. The authors deliver the content in a way that allows the reader to quickly understand the key concepts and, I might add, with material that is interesting and relevant. It is definitely a book for beginners in the subject of international relations, but because it is so expansive in scope, it is a great reference to have on hand even for the serious policy wonk. Contents include material on the world wars, key political and military leaders, the cold war, regional conflict, recent conflicts, world economics, global issues, international security, and a host of theoretical and analytical approaches to understanding world politics today. The material is applicable to those not just interested in political science, but to any international topic: business, government, non-profit, travel and "voluntourism", liberal arts and social sciences etc.

A Must Read.

Unlike most other college textbooks, Spiegel's book treats the student of IR with respect and dignity. If it weren't for this work, my international relations coursework would have been a complete waste of time. Let's get Spiegel out there training his fellow colleagues on how to teach IR with passion and deep insight. Should be required reading in universities across the country and, indeed, the world.