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Book Title
Contemporary Security Studies
ISBN
9780198804109

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0198804105
ISBN-13
9780198804109
eBay Product ID (ePID)
21038258676

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
544 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Contemporary Security Studies
Subject
General, Security (National & International)
Publication Year
2019
Type
Textbook
Author
Alan Collins
Subject Area
Political Science
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
31.7 Oz
Item Length
7.4 in
Item Width
9.6 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number
5
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2018-961087
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
Review from previous edition: "Accessible in its approach, logical in its structure, impressive in its coverage without being superficial, and genuinely absorbing to read." - Dr Alexander Mackenzie, University of Liverpool"This book provides depth of coverage of both theory and contemporary issues, and provides a definitive, student-friendly introduction to security studies. " - Dr Kamil Zwolski, University of Southampton, Review from previous edition Accessible in its approach, logical in its structure, impressive in its coverage without being superficial, and genuinely absorbing to read.
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
355/.033
Table Of Content
1. Introduction: What is Security Studies?Part 1: Approaches to Security2. Realism3. Liberalism and Liberal Internationalism4. Historical Materialism5. Peace Studies6. Social Constructivism7. Critical Security Studies: A Schismatic History8. Poststructural Insights: Making Subjects and Objects of Security9. Postcolonialism10. Human Security11. Gender and Security12. SecuritizationPart 2: Deepening and Broadening Security13. Military Security14. Regime Security15. Societal Security16. Environmental Security17. Economic Security18. Globalization, Development, and SecurityPart 3: Traditional and Non-Traditional Security19. Coercive Diplomacy: Countering War-Threatening Crises and Armed Conflicts20. Weapons of Mass Destruction21. Terrorism22. Humanitarian Intervention23. Energy Security24. The Weapons Trade25. Health and Security26. Transnational Crime27. Cyber-Security28. After the Return to Theory: The Past, Present, and Future of Security Studies
Synopsis
Contemporary Security Studies is the definitive introduction to security studies, focussing on the key theoretical approaches and most important issues that dominate the modern security agenda. Its team of expert scholars provides unmatched depth of coverage to give the most relevant, up-to-date guide to the subject available., With in-depth coverage of a wide range of issues, from terrorism, inter-state conflict, and nuclear deterrence to environmental security, health, and organized crime, Contemporary Security Studies is the definitive introduction to security studies. Bringing together leading scholars, it provides a student-friendly guide to traditional and critical theoretical approaches, as well the most important issues that dominate the modern security agenda. Throughout the text, students are encouraged to question their own preconceptions and to use their own judgement to critically evaluate key approaches and ideas. To help them achieve this, each chapter is punctuated with helpful learning features including 'key ideas', 'think points' and case studies, which demonstrate the real world applications, relevance, and implications of the theory.The book is supported by online resources designed to help students take their learning further. For students: - Explore relevant security issues in greater depth with additional online case studies.- Test your understanding of the key ideas and themes in each chapter with self-marking multiple-choice questions. - Expand your knowledge of the subject with web links to additional reliable sources. For registered lecturers: - Use the adaptable PowerPoint slides as the basis for lecture presentations, or as hand-outs in class., With in-depth coverage of a wide range of issues--from terrorism, inter-state conflict, and nuclear deterrence to environmental security, health, and organized crime-- Contemporary Security Studies, Fifth Edition is the definitive introduction to security studies. Bringing together leading scholars, it provides a student-friendly guide to critical theoretical approaches and the most important issues that dominate the modern security agenda. Throughout the text, students are encouraged to question their own preconceptions and to use their own judgement to critically evaluate key approaches and ideas. To help them achieve this, each chapter is punctuated with helpful learning features including "key ideas", "think points" and case studies which demonstrate the real world applications, relevance, and implications of the theory. The book is supported by online resources designed to help students take their learning further. For students: - Explore relevant security issues in greater depth with additional online case studies. - Test your understanding of the key ideas and themes in each chapter with self-marking multiple-choice questions. - Expand your knowledge of the subject with web links to additional reliable sources. For registered lecturers: - Use the adaptable PowerPoint slides as the basis for lecture presentations, or as hand-outs in class., With in-depth coverage of a wide range of issues--from terrorism, inter-state conflict, and nuclear deterrence to environmental security, health, and organized crime-- Contemporary Security Studies, Fifth Edition is the definitive introduction to security studies. Bringing together leading scholars, it provides a student-friendly guide to critical theoretical approaches and the most important issues that dominate the modern security agenda. Throughout the text, students are encouraged to question their own preconceptions and to use their own judgement to critically evaluate key approaches and ideas. To help them achieve this, each chapter is punctuated with helpful learning features including "key ideas," "think points" and case studies which demonstrate the real world applications, relevance, and implications of the theory. The book is supported by online resources designed to help students take their learning further. For students: - Explore relevant security issues in greater depth with additional online case studies. - Test your understanding of the key ideas and themes in each chapter with self-marking multiple-choice questions. - Expand your knowledge of the subject with web links to additional reliable sources. For registered lecturers: - Use the adaptable PowerPoint slides as the basis for lecture presentations, or as hand-outs in class., With in-depth coverage of a wide range of issues, from terrorism, inter-state conflict, and nuclear deterrence to environmental security, health, and organized crime, Contemporary Security Studies is the definitive introduction to security studies. Bringing together leading scholars, it provides a student-friendly guide to traditional and critical theoretical approaches, as well the most important issues that dominate the modern security agenda. Throughout the text, students are encouraged to question their own preconceptions and to use their own judgement to critically evaluate key approaches and ideas. To help them achieve this, each chapter is punctuated with helpful learning features including 'Key Ideas', 'Think Points' and case studies, which demonstrate the real world applications, relevance, and implications of the theory. NEW TO THIS EDITION:A new chapter on regime security provides important insights on the insecurities confronting many regimes in the developing world.New content on liberal internationalism provides greater depth of coverage of international security cooperation and governance.A revised Chapter 8 on poststructuralism builds on students' understanding of critical approaches to security.Every chapter has been updated to reflect current political issues and developments in world affairs, such as the Trump presidency, the conflict in Syria, and new cyber security threats.This title is available as an eBook. Visit VitalSource for more information or to purchase.
LC Classification Number
JZ5588.C675 2018

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