A World of Polities: Essays on Global Politics

This collection of essays reflects the long-time collaboration of two of the world's leading international relations theorists, Yale H. Ferguson and Richard W. Mansbach. Following an introduction that traces evolution of their ideas, the essays span the period from 1975 to the present, including selections from some of their major books and articles, as well as several previously unpublished essays. Subjects covered include: Theory and method in global politics The role of values and the postmodern challenge The complex roles of actors in global politics 9/11 and its aftermath The changing nature of political space and declining role of territoriality US unilateralism, hegemony and empire A World of Polities will be essential reading for all advanced students and scholars in international relations.Richard W. Mansbach is the author of 'A World of Polities: Essays on Global Politics', published 2008 under ISBN 9780415772174 and ISBN 0415772176.