The Global Future: A Brief Introduction to World Politics

by Charles W. Kegley Jr., Gregory A. Raymond

The GLOBAL FUTURE is a brief introduction to the study of international relations, based on the framework of Charles Kegley's best selling WORLD TREND AND TRANSFORMATION. Written in a clear, accessible style that speaks to students with a wide range of backgrounds and abilities, this textbook provides a set of concepts and analytic tools to help them understand contemporary events and emerging global trends. Every chapter contains thought-provoking case studies, box inserts with rival views on current controversies, and a marginal glossary, as well as vivid graphs, maps, and photographs. With an emphasis on engaging students in the latest international developments, THE GLOBAL FUTURE encourages them to think critically about contemporary issues and form their own opinions on how to address the pressing security, economic, and environmental problems of the twenty-first century.

Genres: Nonfiction, Politics, History

386 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[HB Salomon · Rating 5 out of 5]

While this may be used as a classroom textbook, it is also a handy introduction to the subject. The writing is clear and concise and the subject is always current.

[Jasmin.M ياسمين منصور · Rating 4 out of 5]

Give a clear understanding of how things work on the individual state and national level. Highly recommend this book to anyone who's a beginner to understanding world politics ....