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An Introduction to the English School of International Relations: The Societal Approach

by Barry Buzan
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An Introduction to the English School of International Relations: The Societal Approach
An Introduction to the English School of International Relations : The Societal Approach - Thryft

Foundations of English School IR theory unraveled.

If you're interested in the complexities of international relations, Barry Buzan's comprehensive guide to the English School will be an indispensable read for you. It's the kind of book that not only introduces foundational concepts but invites you to consider the evolution of global society through a unique lens. Engaging and thought-provoking, it offers a bridge between historical context and modern-day IR challenges, perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the societal approach to international relations.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

An Introduction to the English School of International Relations: The Societal Approach

by Barry Buzan
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ISBN: 9780745653150
Authors: Barry Buzan
Publisher: Polity
Date of Publication: 2014-06-09
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics, History, Sociology
Related Topics: Politics, Political Science, World History, History, Sociology, Social Issues, Theory
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 14 readers)

Description

This outstanding book is the first comprehensive introduction to the English School of International Relations. Written by leading ES scholar Barry Buzan, it expertly guides readers through the English School’s formative ideas, intellectual and historical roots, current controversies, and future avenues of development. Part One sets out the English School’s origins and development, explaining its central concepts and methodological tools, and placing it within the broader canon of IR theory. Part Two offers a detailed account of the historical, regional, and social structural strands of the English School, explaining the important link between the school’s historical projects and its interest in a societal approach to international relations. Part Three explores the School’s responses to the enduring problems of order and justice, and highlights the changing balance between pluralist and solidarist institutions in the evolution of international society over the past five centuries. The book concludes with a discussion of the English School’s ongoing controversies and debates, and identifies opportunities for further research. For students new to the topic, this book will provide an accessible and balanced overview, whilst those already familiar with the ES will be prompted to look afresh at their own understanding of its significance and potentiality.
 

Foundations of English School IR theory unraveled.

If you're interested in the complexities of international relations, Barry Buzan's comprehensive guide to the English School will be an indispensable read for you. It's the kind of book that not only introduces foundational concepts but invites you to consider the evolution of global society through a unique lens. Engaging and thought-provoking, it offers a bridge between historical context and modern-day IR challenges, perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the societal approach to international relations.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.