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The Globalization of World Politics Paperback – 22 December 2010
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Now in its fifth edition, this internationally successful title has been fully revised and updated in light of recent developments in world politics. New chapters on post colonialism and post structuralism as well as increased emphasis on the global financial crisis, forced migration, diplomacy and religion ensure The Globalization of World Politics remains the most comprehensive introduction to International Relations available. Expert contributors provide accessible but stimulating insights into the history, theory, structures and key issues in IR, which are ideally suited to those coming to the subject for the first time. FREE revised regional casebook, edited by Anne Cullen and Stuart Murray, is packaged with the main text. For further details on the pack please click below to view the pack's page: The Globalization of World Politics 5th edition & Case Studies Pack
- Print length680 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherOxford University Press UK
- Publication date22 December 2010
- Dimensions26.42 x 2.79 x 19.56 cm
- ISBN-100199569096
- ISBN-13978-0199569090
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Review(s) from previous edition"The Globalization of World Politics is one of the most commercially successful textbooks published by Oxford University Press, and with even a quick flick through it is not difficult to see why. It aims to combine history, theory, structure and process with contemporary international issues, and it does so in a way that is clearly presented. This is an ideal text for students who are new to the subject, but it also remains a key resource as students continue in their studies. Although the book's aim is introductory, its breadth and depth make it a worthwhile investment. - Ariene Caloia, third-year politics student, Royal Holloway, University of London "I have had very, very good experiences with your "IR bible" [The Globalization of World Politics by Baylis et al] as well as Strategy in the Contemporary World. I wish all my books were this informative - extremely well written, clearly structured and of high quality! Everywhere I go, I take these books with me. Keep up the good work!" - Romain Markwalder, Postgraduate student, King's College, London
About the Author
Professor John Baylis was formerly Pro-Vice Chancellor and Head of Politics and International Relations at University of Wales, Swansea. Professor Steve Smith is Vice-Chancellor and Professor of International Politics at University of Exeter. Dr. Patricia Owens is Senior Lecturer in International Politics at Queen Mary, University of London.
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- Publisher : Oxford University Press UK; 5th edition (22 December 2010)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 680 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0199569096
- ISBN-13 : 978-0199569090
- Dimensions : 26.42 x 2.79 x 19.56 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 1,288,901 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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BenReviewed in Germany on 12 November 2012
5.0 out of 5 stars Hervorragend
Verified PurchaseIch hatte in meinem politikwissenschaftlichen Studium nie ein solches Buch in der Hand. Das gab es damals (80er Jahre) einfach nicht in Deutschland: Ein Fachbuch, das sich nicht scheute, den Studenten auf verständliche Weise in die Materie einzuführen und Dinge zu erklären.
Genau dies tut das Buch von John Baylis et al. The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations. Es ist didaktisch hervorragend gemacht. Alles ist darauf angelegt, komplexe Theorien, Stukturen und aktuelle Fragestellungen so darzustellen, dass der interessierte Nicht-Fachmann es verstehen kann.
Es beginnt mit einem kurzen Inhaltsverzeichnis, das dann mit mehr Detail noch einmal aufgelistet wird. Die Inhalte sind in ansprechender Weise unterteilt und Absätze (visuell wiederum sehr ansprechend) mit Unter-Überschriften versehen. Dazu gibt es "Key Points", die wesentliche Inhalte übersichtlich in einer Box darstellen. "Case Studies" beziehen das theoretisch Beschriebene auf einzelne Fälle gegenwärtiger Politik. Schließlich gibt es zu jedem Kapitel Fragen und Aufgaben zum eigenständigen Lernen und auch noch Literaturhinweise zum weiteren Studium. Bilder, Grafiken, Statistiken runden das Buch ab.
Eine bessere Einführung in die Theorie der internationalen Beziehungen habe ich bisher nie gesehen. Ein echtes Lehrbuch im besten Sinn des Wortes.
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David Hdez.Reviewed in Spain on 20 January 2013
5.0 out of 5 stars Imprescindible
Verified PurchaseExcelente material de estudios para relaciones internacionales. los temas están muy bien seleccionados y el contenido es bastante adecuado en los capítulos hasta ahora revisados. Muy bien los cuadros, especialmente los case study. y la página web es excelente para completar el trabajo. Muy buen manual y con muy buen soporte digital.