Realism and International Relations

Themes in International Relations

by Jack Donnelly

Realism and International Relations offers students a critical yet sympathetic review of political realism, the theory that for the past half-century has dominated international studies. Examining realist thinkers from Thucydides, through Machiavelli to Kenneth Waltz, Donnelly challenges standard realist claims and argues that realism is an insightful yet one-sided theory. Containing chapter-by-chapter guides to further reading and discussion questions for students, this book offers an accessible and lively survey of the dominant theory in International Relations.

Genres: International Relations

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 6, 2000

Reviews

[Ghida Itani · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was taking a course called theories in international affairs and i had to do a book review of a book related to international relations' theories. So, i read this book which was very useful and helpful since it is directly affiliated with the concepts underlying realism and its impact with regard to international affairs. The author uses viable arguments and counter arguments within each chapter. Also, he includes further questions and future aspirations. Thus, i highly recommend reading this book to become more familiar with the attributions concerning the theory of realism within the realm of international affairs.

[leya kuan · Rating 3 out of 5]

felt violently ill each time i saw machiavelli + hobbes pop up . even more when it was rousseau . fine lindsey you win!!!!! you win with your gay stuff !!!! that’s what you want, right??? to win????

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent text providing a genealogy of realism in international relations and providing an important taxonomy of different variations. It is an excellent text for an upper division student or graduate student in international relations, diplomacy, or grand strategy, especially if you have qualifying exams to prepare for.

[Tadgh]

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