Geopolitics: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

Geopolitics: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

by KlausDodds (Author)

Synopsis

Geopolitics is a way of looking at the world: one that considers the links between political power, geography, and cultural diversity. In certain places such as Iraq or Lebanon, moving a few feet either side of a territorial boundary can be a matter of life or death, dramatically highlighting the connections between place and politics. Even far away from these 'danger zones' - in Europe or the US for example - geopolitics remains an important part of everyday life. For a country's location and size as well as its sovereignty and resources all affect how the people that live there understand and interact with the wider world. Using wide-ranging examples, from historical maps to James Bond films and the rhetoric of political leaders like Churchill and George W. Bush, this Very Short Introduction shows why, for a full understanding of contemporary global politics, it is not just smart - it is essential - to be geopolitical. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 200
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 25 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 0199206589
ISBN 13: 9780199206582

Media Reviews
...promising and helpful. I have no doubt that other university teachers will... assign this inviting little book to their freshman students. James D. Sidaway, Cultural Geographies Engrossing study of a complex topic.
Author Bio

Klaus Dodds is Professor of Geopolitics at Royal Holloway, University of London, where he is also Director of the Politics & Environment Research Group.