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OverviewNow in a thoroughly revised and updated edition, this classic text presents a comprehensive survey of the many alternative theories that attempt to explain the causes of interstate war. For each theory, Greg Cashman examines the arguments and counterarguments, considers the empirical evidence and counterevidence generated by social-science research, looks at historical applications of the theory, and discusses the theory’s implications for restraining international violence. Among the questions he explores are: Are humans aggressive by nature? Do individual differences among leaders matter? How might poor decision making procedures lead to war? Why do leaders engage in seemingly risky and irrational policies that end in war? Why do states with internal conflicts seem to become entangled in wars with their neighbors? What roles do nationalism and ethnicity play in international conflict? What kinds of countries are most likely to become involved in war? Why have certain pairs of countries been particularly war-prone over the centuries? Can strong states deter war? Can we find any patterns in the way that war breaks out? How do balances of power or changes in balances of power make war more likely? Do social scientists currently have an answer to the question of what causes war? Cashman examines theories of war at the individual, substate, nation-state, dyadic, and international systems level of analysis. Written in a clear and accessible style, this interdisciplinary text will be essential reading for all students of international relations. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Greg CashmanPublisher: Rowman & Littlefield Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Edition: Second Edition Dimensions: Width: 18.30cm , Height: 4.20cm , Length: 26.30cm Weight: 1.442kg ISBN: 9780742566507ISBN 10: 0742566501 Pages: 620 Publication Date: 29 July 2013 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter 1: Empirical Theory and the Causes of War Chapter 2: The Individual Level of Analysis, Part I: Human Aggression Chapter 3: The Individual Level of Analysis, Part II: Psychological Explanations for War Chapter 4: The Substate Level of Analysis: Group Decision Making Chapter 5: The State Level of Analysis, Part I: Political, Economic, and Demographic Factors Chapter 6: The State Level of Analysis, Part II: Internal Conflicts, Nationalism, and War Weariness Chapter 7: The Dyadic Level of Analysis, Part I: The Nature of Dyads—Really Bad Dyads and Pretty Good Dyads Chapter 8: The Dyadic Level of Analysis, Part II: International Interactions Chapter 9: The Dyadic Level of Analysis, Part III: Game Theory, Bargaining, and Deterrence Theory Chapter 10: The International System Level of Analysis, Part I: Realism, Anarchy, and the Balance of Power Chapter 11: The International System Level of Analysis, Part II: Power Dynamics, Cyclical Theories, and Historical-Structural Theories of War Chapter 12: Constructivism: A Digression Chapter 13: Conclusion BibliographyReviewsGreg Cashman thoroughly examines the validity and reliability of empirical findings and the theories of international relations they attempt to test. He is clear, balanced, and precise. Every student of world politics ought to own this book. -- Charles Doran, Johns Hopkins University Cashman takes a comprehensive look at the various factors thought to contribute to the outbreak of war. Using a levels of analysis approach, he presents an exhaustive set of theories at the individual, substate, state, dyadic, and international levels. Following the explanation of each theory, Cashman presents the empirical record supporting and/or refuting the theories. In this second edition, the book has been expanded to include the growing body of literature examining the causes of war. Further, Cashman has added more depth to the theoretical discussions by including throughout the book case illustrations that should help pique the interest of students. He has also added a chapter on constructivism reflecting an evolving field of study. This book presents a most comprehensive and up-to-date assessment of literature surrounding the causes of war. It is ideal for graduate and advanced undergraduates studying contemporary war. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduate, graduate, research, and professional collections. CHOICE Greg Cashman thoroughly examines the validity and reliability of empirical findings and the theories of international relations they attempt to test. He is clear, balanced, and precise. Every student of world politics ought to own this book. -- Charles F. Doran, Andrew W. Mellon Professor of International Relations, Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Author InformationGreg Cashman is professor emeritus and adjunct professor in political science at Salisbury University, Maryland. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |