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OverviewThis Palgrave Pivot presents theoretical models that explain common historical sequences, such as wars of secession, the rise and fall of empires, and international war. The book uses a rational choice model to frame the incentives of specific groups coming together in a polity or leaving it. These incentives are then set in a theoretical framework to determine the outcome—unity or secession, peace or war—and are demonstrated through historical examples. The book provides two longer case studies looking directly at motives for and against secession: the first on the American Civil War from the point of view of the Confederacy, and the second on efforts by the UK government to stem the tide of Scottish independence. Another case study discusses peacekeeping as aimed at reducing the costs of secessionist wars. With its accessible use of economic theory and ability to bring to life real-world examples of conflict and secession, this book is ideal supplementary reading for courses in international relations, conflict studies, global economics and economic history. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Paul HallwoodPublisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Imprint: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Edition: 1st ed. 2020 Weight: 0.454kg ISBN: 9783030538538ISBN 10: 3030538532 Pages: 126 Publication Date: 06 October 2020 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction The Economic Model Intra-State Sequencing with Historical Examples Drivers of Historical Sequences International Sequencing with Historical Examples Peacekeeping and Sequencing Case Study: Secessionist Motives in the American Civil War Minimizing the Cost of Union: Fiscal Autonomy and the Case of Scotland ConclusionsReviewsAuthor InformationPaul Hallwood is Professor of Economics at the University of Connecticut, USA. He has co-authored two books and several papers on Scottish independence. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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