Books like International Relations by Eric Shiraev

International Relations by Joshua S. Goldstein offers an updated introductory overview of global politics, blending security, political economy, and diverse theories such as feminism and postmodernism while highlighting the shift from Cold War East-West dynamics to a North-South divide.

"This book provides a new type of introduction to politics and international relations that examines how, why, and what we study. Systematic and accessible in its approach, it introduces the analytical toolkits needed to study politics and international relations. The book takes a fully integrated approach to domestic and global politics, incorporating real-world case studies throughout"--

"This book is a major new introduction to international relations/global politics. Written by a leading textbook author, it is engaging, stimulating and forward-looking, covering all the topics and theory students require at an introductory level"--

John J. Mearsheimer explains his theory of offensive realism, outlining how great powers pursue military strength and regional dominance to secure national survival.

Covering topics such as foreign policy, the world economy, and globalization, this Very Short Introduction shows how many disciplines come together in the study of international events. Paul Wilkinson explains the theories underlying the subject, and uses them to investigate issues of foreign policy, arms control, the environment, and world poverty. Taking care to discuss not only the main academic theories of the discipline, he also brings to light the practical problems and issues confronting the field today, and later examines the important role of organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union, as well as the influence of ethnic and religious movements and terrorist groups in shaping the way states interact. In closing, Wilkinson takes a look forward to the possible future of international relations.