This book can be labelled as an easy introduction to the practical side of the discipline of International Relations if you get bored with the theoretical scheme.
The author investigates the so-called common myths and beliefs concerning globalization, hegemony, wars, democracy, and terror. The most evident aim of this book is many events cannot be explained by a simple dichotomy of black and white. International relations are complex, therefore one is better able to adopt multiple perspectives. Here, I sum up some of the crucial arguments of the author.
1. Common belief argues that the 9/11 has changed the international order completely. The author makes the case that even though, there were serious effects of the terrorist attack, the international order did not change within a day.
2. Common belief claims there is an international society that ensures international norms and regulations. Boniface argues these developments are far from claiming there is an international society. As in the case of irregular migration, we have still a way to go.
3. Most people think that Germany dominates the EU both politically and economically. Boniface argues this is not an accurate description of reality. I doubt this view. As Ulrich Beck shows clearly, Germany is the real locomotive of the EU.