Focusing on the interplay between military power and international relations, this comprehensive work explores both theoretical frameworks and practical policy implications of strategic studies. It posits that military power is essential to the international system, emphasizing that strategy serves as the mechanism for leveraging military capabilities to fulfill political goals.
A complete introduction to strategy in the contemporary world, which explores the enduring, present and emerging issues dominating strategic debate.
Working from a unique non-U.S. perspective, this market-leading text provides a coherent, accessible, and engaging introduction to the globalization of world politics. Now in its sixth edition, The Globalization of World Politics has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics. FEATURES * Presents contributions from an impressive line-up of international experts, each of whom provides accessible but stimulating insights into history, theory, structures, processes, and other key issues in the field * Offers a visually appealing full-color interior * Provides a strong pedagogical program that includes numerous boxes, figures, tables, maps, questions, lively examples, and case studies
Taking the special relationship as a central theme, this text explores the public and private diplomacy between Britain and the United States in periods of war and peace. Using released archives and contemporary sources, the areas of both cooperation and conflict are revealed.