International Relations

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Imperialism. 3. Diplomacy. 4. War in the modern world. 5. International terrorism. 6. International trade and human rights. 7. Transnational social movements. 8. Sovereignty in international relations. 9. International and regional organisations. 10. Transforming global governance. 11. International morality. Bibliography. Index.

"The study of international relations has in some way always been a part of human civilisation. Even in the earliest organised human societies, understanding the dynamics of the interactions between nations was considered an essential part of statecraft. In the modern age, an understanding of international relations is essential for not just heads of state but also many, if not most, involved in business and professional activities in this age of increasing globalisation.

The field of international relations brings together elements of history, geography, philosophy, economics, and other social sciences. It also involves a diverse range of issues, from globalisation and its impacts on societies and state sovereignty to ecological sustainability, nuclear proliferation, nationalism, economic development, terrorism and human rights.

This book aims to provide an understanding of the various theoretical approaches to international relations and to show their utility and importance as a way to help us explain and understand international behaviour, foreign policy, and world politics in general. The material presented in this book would be of interest as well as great use to students and research scholars of the subject." (jacket)