International Relations: 2008-2009 Update

by JoshuaS.Goldstein (Author), JonC.Pevehouse (Author)

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  2008

  $3.25

  Thoroughly updated to cover world affairs to 2008, International Relations offers the most current and comprehensive coverage of international relations theory, international security, international political economy, and global issues. From war, trade, and development to terrorism, human rights, and the environment, this introductory survey examines the relations between states, the international system, and transnational actors and influences. With the broadest discussion of theoretical perspectives, the most current coverage of international events, and the strongest emphasis on critical thinking, International Relations includes all the tools students need to engage the discipline's concepts and to understand what is happening in the world today. Joshua Goldstein and Jon Pevehouse's lively writing, abundant visuals, and seamless integration of learning technology make this text a favorite of instructors and students alike.

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  Paperback
  2005

  $3.25

  The top-selling text in its field, International Relations, provides unparalleled coverage of international political economy, traditional and alternative theoretical perspectives, technology, and contemporary global events. A field-defining text, Goldstein's International Relations balances security and economic issues; includes coverage of alternative theoretical perspectives, the environment, and women; and integrates technology seamlessly with marginal icons linking to additional online content such as video clips, interactive simulations, and practice tests. The seventh edition continues to outpace the other books in this market with new, up-to-date illustrations, cases, and data on topics such as--elections in Iraq, Palestine after Arafat, Iran's suspended nuclear ambitions, China's rising power, the fall of the U.S. dollar, and WTO trade talks. Lauded for its commitment to currency, lively writing style, colorful photo program, and abundance of examples, International Relations has long been a favorite of both students and instructors because it makes the rich complexity of international politics accessible and exciting.