International Political Economy

by Thomas Oatley

Broadly viewing the global economy as a political competition that produces winners and losers, International Political Economy holistically and accessibly introduces the field of IPE to students with limited background in political theory, history, and economics. This text surveys major interests and institutions and examines how state and non-state actors pursue wealth and power. Emphasizing fundamental economic concepts as well as the interplay between domestic and international politics, International Political Economy not only explains how the global economy works, it also encourages students to think critically about how economic policy is made in the context of globalization. New to the Sixth Edition

Genres: Economics, Politics, Nonfiction, International Relations, Textbooks, Political Science

412 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2011

Reviews

[Tobias · Rating 3 out of 5]

A decent course book for students of IPE or those who wish to know more about international trade, economics and institutions. At times a little too centred on the U.S. and sometimes a bit lacking in historical depth and accuracy.

[Greg · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a decent textbook on IPE. It is dated and needs a major refresh with more current literature cited. It is neoliberal in outlook, so if you are looking for a Marxist text to use in your class, this is not it. The book is strongest when discussing trade and weakest when discussing finance. There also is no math in the book. It needs to be supplemented with an economics text.

[Emmanuel-francis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a magnificent book, one of the most important I have read. I finish it with a better understanding of the national economy and its relations to the international system. A drawback, however, is the reflexive focus on the USA. I would have preferred it were the focus on a country without the advantages and dominance of contemporary International Economy which the USA possesses.

A matter of personal preference does not detract from the book's overall quality.

[Lily Goble · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is by no means easy to get through, especially if you don't have a strong background in economics, but it is very clear and a great way to gain an understanding of the globalization of the world economy and what globalization entails.

[Benjamin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Informative and even handed. I'm interested to see the changes and additions to the 7th edition.

Oatley concludes, "Thus, the fate of the world's poor is in the hands of rather poorly informed American voters." Does this hold up?

[Rosie K.]

Read for GOV 360E, International Political Economy.

[Matt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great overview of international policies and how everything works and how to think about different efforts toward nationalism and or globalism.

[Isa Pvo · Rating 4 out of 5]

read this for class in spring #informative

[Sergio · Rating 4 out of 5]

My friend unexpectedly gifted me this book a long time ago. I keep going back to it whenever I need to refresh my knowledge on its content. Thanks, Sammy!

[Jerem Achkar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb textbook for anyone who wants to understand the global economy (trade, exchange rates etc…)

[Jan · Rating 3 out of 5]

textbook for one of my classes. very pleased with it.

not much of your typical deceitful 'math'. familiary sounding concepts and theories explained very comprehensively (I don't think I've ever read a textbook this clear). The endless examples kind of bugged me, but I recognize it's good to drag in perceived evidence - I just don't like reading facts. This pretty much is a good introduction in order to understand some of what's in the newspaper, but don't expect a complete picture.

What concerns me most however is Oatley's very limited and frankly distorted view of what he calls the anti-globalization movement. He believes he takes up the issues with intellectual honesty, but what he discusses simply is not representative - his is a political theoretically liberal/social democratic perspective. Once again I am reminded how far this anti-globalisation is from ivory academia.

decent effort, Oatley. But please, pick up some other lit. You seem to have the heart and the scepsis required

[Luke · Rating 3 out of 5]

By no means perfect howewer a great introduction to neoclassical political economy. I have many critiques to some of the conclusions or claims made however, I don't believe this book was made as an absolute end conclusion but rather the collection of mainstream liberal assertions about political economic theory.
This book is most affective as a source for further understanding of liberal ideas of economics and developing your own critique and questioning of what is presented. If you didn't come out of this book without questions or concerns regarding the content or further information then you did not make the most of this introduction to political economy.
3.7/5

[Mhamad Salh · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a good introduction into international political economy for those interested. It is mainly directed at individuals newly studying the matter as it is a book written with a clear language and it is not as technical as a book directed at professionals. Yet, often I felt the book was very very basic, more basic than even a newcomer would like when dividing things usually into parts, as in weakness and strength. Overall, it is a book worth reading as an introduction.

[Lauren · Rating 3 out of 5]

So far so good. Reading it for Gov 328 - International Political Economy

[Jerad · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great text.

[Zac · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great textbook

[Windi Wulandari]

the best book ever

[Madi Str]

And another mandatory read for university... Could I just let Chat GPT give me a summary? Sure. Am I afraid it might miss something important? Definitely

[Jason Knoll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good introduction to international political economy.