Essentials of International Relations Eighth Edition by Karen A. Mingst

Essentials of International Relations (Eighth Edition)

Authors: Karen A. Mingst, Heather Elko McKibben, Ivan M. Arreguín-Toft
Binding: Paperback
Paper Quality: white paper
Category: Political Science, International Relations, Global Studies
Recommended For:

• Students of Political Science, International Relations, and Global Affairs

• CSS, PMS, and other competitive exam aspirants

• Scholars, diplomats, and analysts of international politics

• University and college-level instructors

Key Points:

1. Concise and Comprehensive Framework
   A student-friendly guide to the fundamental concepts, theories, and structures that shape global politics and international systems.

2. Balanced Theoretical Coverage
   Covers all major theories: realism, liberalism, constructivism, Marxism, feminism, and critical theory—helping readers understand multiple viewpoints on international issues.

3. Real-World Applications
   Uses current events, case studies, and examples from diplomacy, warfare, and global economics to apply theory to practice.

4. Global Institutions and Power Dynamics
   Explains the role of UN, IMF, WTO, NATO, and other global actors, while exploring soft power, hard power, globalization, and diplomacy.

5. Updated for Contemporary Relevance
   The 8th edition incorporates recent developments such as cybersecurity, climate change, global inequality, and the rise of China in global affairs.

6. Critical Thinking Tools
   Includes discussion questions, chapter summaries, and analytical models to support academic and exam-oriented learning.

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Writer                 ✤               Karen A. Mingst (Author), Heather Elko McKibben                                                        (Author), Ivan M. Arreguín-Toft (Author)