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Leading scholars shed light on the meanings of world politics.

This book examines how the academic discipline of International Relations has conceptualized the world historical crisis that has shaped world affairs between the end of the First World War and the end of the 1990s. A distinguished group of contributors trace the development of the subject through the main historical periods and in relation to key debates: ethics, power and nationalism; conditions of peace; law and peaceful change; and globalization. It provides the most comprehensive survey of the discipline's past and the key issues to be faced in the future.

Focusing on the aftermath of the 9/11 terror attacks, this book provides an insightful analysis of their global political implications. Authored by two prominent scholars, it explores how these events reshaped international relations, security policies, and public perceptions worldwide, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the far-reaching effects on global politics.

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Exploring the concept of security, this book challenges conventional political thought by proposing a radical theory that emphasizes security as a vital tool for human potential. The author, Ken Booth, argues that society is confronted with multiple converging crises and advocates for a transformative approach rooted in critical social and international theory. By rethinking security, Booth aims to empower individuals and groups to transcend limitations and actively shape a more cosmopolitan future, moving beyond the constraints of traditional perspectives.

Realist assumptions of security studies increasingly have been challenged by an approach that places the human being, rather than the state, at the center of security concerns. This book is structured around three concepts - security, community, and emancipation - that arguably are central to the future shape of world politics.

Focusing on the aftermath of September 11, 2001, this collection features insights from prominent thinkers on the implications of international terrorism for global order. It examines how the attacks on the world's sole superpower have set a new agenda, shaping the ongoing struggle against terrorism and its broader regional and global consequences. The book goes beyond immediate concerns to explore the potential for redefining global politics in light of these events, making it a crucial resource for understanding future international relations.

Focusing on the impact of cultural distortions, this study explores how ethnocentrism influences military strategy and its execution. It highlights the significance of understanding these biases to mitigate risks of failure, especially in a contemporary landscape marked by racial, cultural, and religious conflicts. Aimed at students of military and strategic studies, the book offers insights into addressing the challenges posed by ethnocentrism, promoting a more nuanced approach to strategy in a diverse world.

Focusing on the interplay between military power and international relations, this comprehensive work explores both theoretical frameworks and practical policy implications of strategic studies. It posits that military power is essential to the international system, emphasizing that strategy serves as the mechanism for leveraging military capabilities to fulfill political goals.