The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations

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 fifth edition, this internationally successful text has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics. New chapters on post colonialism and post structuralism ensure that it will remain the most comprehensive introduction to international relations available. This exceptional text is ideal for students who are approaching the subject for the first time.

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, which includes numerous boxes, figures, tables, maps, questions, lively examples, and case studies

NEW TO THIS EDITION

* Two brand-new chapters—on post structuralism and post colonialism—that provide more detailed coverage of alternative approaches to IR theory
* Updates all chapters in light of the latest global events including the 2008 financial crisis, forced migration, diplomacy, and religion
* Adds three new contributors—international scholars Matthew Watson, Tony Evans, and Jack Donnelly—who have substantially revised three chapters
* An enhanced and updated Companion Website, which contains resources for instructors (case studies, an interactive library of links to journal articles, blogs, and video content; a test bank; a question bank; PowerPoint-based lecture slides; and figures and tables from the book) and students (case studies, a flashcard glossary, multiple-choice questions, relevant links, a news feed, video podcasts from the contributors, and a revision guide.)

Fully revised and updated to cover the latest developments in world politics, the new edition of this highly successful book once again provides the ideal introduction to international relations. It has been updated to reflect events since 1997, and now offers a more coherent integration of the globalization theme throughout the book. It has been carefully edited to ensure a comprehensive, accessible, and lively account of the globalization of world politics.

John Baylis is a Professor and Head of the department of Political Theory and Government at the University of Wales, Swansea. He was formerly Dean of Social Sciences at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. His publications include: Dilemmas of World Politics, edited with N. J. Rengger (1992), The Diplomacy of Pragmatism: Britain and the Formation of NATO (1993) and Ambiguity and Deterrence: British Nuclear Strategy 1945-1964 (1995) and Anglo-American Relations Since 1939: The Enduring Alliance (1998). Steve Smith is a Professor in the Department of International Politics, and Pro Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. He specializes in international political theory. His publications include nternational Relations Theory Today, edited with Ben Booth (1995) and International Theory: Positivism and Beyond edited with Ken Booth and Marysia Zalewski (1996).