World politics

Author: Bruce Russett
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Publish Date: 2001-01-01
Features: International politics is the realm of conflict, but significant acts of neutrality and cooperation still exist. Therefore, it is not only necessary to explore the causes of conflict but also to examine the reasons behind cooperation and common problems. This book combines historical examples of cooperation and confrontation to examine major policy issues, aiming to illustrate how contemporary actors are constrained by past experiences and how decision-makers interpret these experiences. It is an influential textbook on international relations in Western universities. The authors are Bruce Russett, Dean Acheson Professor of International Relations and Political Science at Yale University, and Harvey Starr, Distinguished Professor of International Affairs at the University of South Carolina.