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Conceptualizing The West In International Relations: From Spengler to Said
West is a concept widely used in international relations, but we rarely reflect on what we mean by the term. Conceptions of and what the West is vary widely. This book examines conceptions of the West drawn from writers from diverse historical and intellectual contexts, revealing both interesting parallels and points of divergence. It also reflects on implications of these different perceptions of how we understand the role of the West, and its interactions with other civilizational identities.
- GenresInternational Relations
301 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2002
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March 26, 2023
"Conceptualising the West in International Relations Thought" is a book written by Jacinta O'Hagan, a scholar in the field of International Relations. The book, published in 2018, examines the role of the concept of "the West" in shaping international relations theory and practice.
O'Hagan argues that the concept of "the West" has been central to the development of international relations as a field of study, but has also been a source of controversy and debate. The book explores the various ways in which the West has been conceptualized in international relations thought, including as a geographical region, a civilization, a set of values, and a political project.
O'Hagan examines the historical and intellectual roots of the concept of the West, tracing its development from ancient Greece through the Enlightenment and up to the present day. She also analyzes the different ways in which the concept of the West has been used in international relations theory and practice, including in debates about imperialism, globalization, and the role of the United States in the world.
Overall, the book offers a nuanced and critical perspective on the concept of the West and its role in shaping international relations discourse and practice. It contributes to ongoing debates about the meaning and significance of the West in the contemporary world, and highlights the need for more diverse and inclusive perspectives in the field of International Relations.
GPT
O'Hagan argues that the concept of "the West" has been central to the development of international relations as a field of study, but has also been a source of controversy and debate. The book explores the various ways in which the West has been conceptualized in international relations thought, including as a geographical region, a civilization, a set of values, and a political project.
O'Hagan examines the historical and intellectual roots of the concept of the West, tracing its development from ancient Greece through the Enlightenment and up to the present day. She also analyzes the different ways in which the concept of the West has been used in international relations theory and practice, including in debates about imperialism, globalization, and the role of the United States in the world.
Overall, the book offers a nuanced and critical perspective on the concept of the West and its role in shaping international relations discourse and practice. It contributes to ongoing debates about the meaning and significance of the West in the contemporary world, and highlights the need for more diverse and inclusive perspectives in the field of International Relations.
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