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Fully revised and updated to cover the latest developments in world politics, the second edition of this highly successful textbook will once again provide the ideal introduction for all students of International Relations. Written specially for those coming to the subject for the first time, this text has been carefully edited by John Baylis and Steve Smith to ensure a coherent, accessible, and lively account of the globalization of world politics. The book is accompanied by a dedicated COMPANION WEBSITE - including PowerPoint slides; further questions, web links, and case studies that put theory into practice with analysis of real life issues. NEW TO THIS EDITION: Updated to reflect events since 1997, with more attention given to the integration of the globalization theme throughout the book. The HISTORY section now has a new chapter by Michael Cox on 'International History since 1990' bringing the story of International Relations up to the present day. The THEORY section has been significantly reorganized following feedback from teachers and includes a new chapter on 'Contemporary Mainstream Approaches' by Steve Lamy. The new organization of this section allows more room to introduce to the main theories of International Relations (such as realism and liberalism) and to explain complex theoretical developments in more detail. The INTERNATIONAL ISSUES section now includes a chapter on 'The Communications and Internet Revolution in IR' by Jonathan Aronson and a substantially revised chapter on 'Culture in World Affairs' by Simon Murden. The book also includes new contributions on International Political Economy (Ngaire Woods) and European Integration (Thomas Christiansen). NEW concluding section on 'Globalization in the Future': this new final section contains two chapters by leading International Relations scholars - Andrew Linklater on 'Globalization and the Transformation of Political Community' and Ian Clark on 'Globalization and the Post-Cold War Order'.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #114382 in Books
• Published on: 2001-07-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 720 pages

Review
'The best introduction to the subject by far. A classic of its kind.' Dr David Baker, University of Warwick 'An accessible and bang up-to-date study which blends theory and practice through well-focussed and integrated chapters dealing with key international issues in the new millenium...a superb book which really does justify the plaudits.'Dr Shaun Gregory, University of Bradford 'The most comprehensive introductory text in IR which challenges the diligent student to think.' Dr Mark F. Imber, University of St Andrews

Dr Mark F. Imber, University of St Andrews
"The most comprehensive introductory text in IR which challenges the diligent student to think."

Dr Mark F. Imber, University of St Andrews
"The most comprehensive introductory text in IR which challenges the diligent student to think.'

Customer Reviews

A remarkable introduction to an increasingly relevant field
Don't be deceived by the lack of a reference to International Relations in the title, this is as comprehensive a introduction to the subject as you'll find. In actuality, the text expands beyond the parameters of International Relations, adopting a broader approach to the study of politics beyond the nation state. Excellently striking the balance between the need for brevity and clarity, and the equally crucial requirement for a detailed insight into the subject matter, the authors provide a unique text which would be of great assistance to the student or alternatively, compulsive reading for those with a general interest in the area.

Excellent Intro to World History and politics
An excellent introduction to recent world history and international relations. Bayliss and Smith tackle the key themes in contemporary international relations with skill and a questioning prose which encourages readers to develop their own viewpoint. I first read this as an Undergraduate in International Relations but it will be of interest to anyone with questions about recent world history, the current international order or even those who enjoy Tom Clancy novels!

A first rate introduction
This has to be one of the most useful and helpful textbooks I have yet bought. As an introduction to international relations, it presents information in a clear, concise way making it easy to find what you're looking for. I thoroughly reccommend this book to first year students studying international relations or to anyone with an interst in the workings of the world around around them.