Introduction to Global Politics

Introduction to Global Politics 4/e is an accessible, comprehensive, and well-written introductory textbook which emphasizes the evolution of major global issues from the past to the present. By integrating theory and political practice at individual, state, and global levels, students are introduced to key developments in global politics, helping them make sense of major trends that are shaping our world. This completely revised and updated edition includes new material on: 
•the dramatic shift in U.S. policies under President Donald Trump and the post-Trump moves to redo the global scene 
•the coronavirus pandemic and its impact around the world 
•Brexit, and its consequences for the European Union 
•the rise of China and Russia in the international order 
•technological developments in weaponry and the militarization of outer space 
* the growing importance of the politics of identity, the environment, nationalism and populism. 
while retaining much of the structure and many of the features of past editions, including a revised range of faculty and student aids– a test bank, flash cards, glossary, web links, PowerPoint slides, chapter outlines, suggested video clips, map exercises, cultural references, and boxed features. Stimulating and provocative, the book is designed to appeal to students and instructors interested in international relations as a broadly defined, multidisciplinary subject encompassing politics, history, economics, military science, psychology, sociology, anthropology and philosophy.

Politics & Social Sciences

Mansbach, Richard W.

Pirro, Ellen

Politics & Government

Routledge

Introduction to Global Politics 4/e is an accessible, comprehensive, and well-written introductory textbook which emphasizes the evolution of major global issues from the past to the present. By integrating theory and political practice at individual, state, and global levels, students are introduced to key developments in global politics, helping them make sense of major trends that are shaping our world. This completely revised and updated edition includes new material on: *the dramatic shift in U.S. policies under President Donald Trump and the post-Trump moves to redo the global scene *the coronavirus pandemic and its impact around the world *Brexit, and its consequences for the European Union *the rise of China and Russia in the international order *technological developments in weaponry and the militarization of outer space * the growing importance of the politics of identity, the environment, nationalism and populism. while retaining much of the structure and many of the features of past editions, including a revised range of faculty and student aids- a test bank, flash cards, glossary, web links, PowerPoint slides, chapter outlines, suggested video clips, map exercises, cultural references, and boxed features. Stimulating and provocative, the book is designed to appeal to students and instructors interested in international relations as a broadly defined, multidisciplinary subject encompassing politics, history, economics, military science, psychology, sociology, anthropology and philosophy.

Introduction to Global Politics: Third Edition

The fully updated third edition of Introduction to Global Politics continues to provide a vital resource for students looking to explain global politics using an historical approach, firmly linking history with the events of today. By integrating theory and political practice at individual, state, and global levels, students are introduced to key developments in global politics, helping them make sense of major trends that are shaping our world. Retaining the successful format of previous editions, this is a highly illustrated textbook with informative and interactive boxed material throughout. Chapter opening timelines contextualize the material that follows, and definitions of key terms are provided in a glossary at the end of the book. Every chapter ends with student activities, cultural materials, and annotated suggestions for further reading. Key updates for this edition: <ul>
<li>New material on key topical issues such as Islam’s relationship with the West, Islamic State, BRICS and other emerging economies, the continuing effects of the Arab Spring, and R2P.</li> <li>Coverage of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and North Korea’s continued development of its nuclear weapons and missile programs.</li> <li>Analysis of new technologies for warfighting – such as drones, IEDs and cyber technologies – as well as technologies for countering terrorism and conducting unconventional wars.</li> <li>Updated examples from around the globe in every chapter.</li> </ul> Stimulating and provocative both for students and for instructors, Introduction to Global Politics, 3rd Edition, is essential reading for students of political science, global politics, and international relations.

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Pirro, Ellen. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Pirro, Ellen

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Pirro, Ellen. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Introduction to Global Politics

Introduction to Global Politics

Introduction to Global Politics: Third Edition

Introduction to Global Politics: Third Edition