About the Book: Understanding International Relations
The fifth edition of this bestselling textbook offers a comprehensive and
engaging introduction to International relations and has been fully updated to
cover the dramatic changes in recent world politics. Written in the authors
unique and engaging style, the text explores everything from foreign policy and
security to global governance and the global economy, to show how the theories
and concepts Brown outlines are the only way to make sense of contemporary
issues and events. With reference to such diverse events as Brexit, the Russian
armed conflict in Ukraine, the financial crisis, the rise of China, and the
challenges of identity