This is the first systematic and critical analysis of the concept of national interest from the perspective of contemporary theories of international relations, including realist, Marxist, anarchist, liberal, English School and constructivist perspectives. Scott Burchill explains that although commonly used in diplomacy, the national interest is a highly problematic concept and a poor guide to understanding the motivations of foreign policy.
Language
English
Pages
240
Format
Hardcover
Release
May 01, 2005
ISBN 13
9781403949790
The National Interest in International Relations Theory
This is the first systematic and critical analysis of the concept of national interest from the perspective of contemporary theories of international relations, including realist, Marxist, anarchist, liberal, English School and constructivist perspectives. Scott Burchill explains that although commonly used in diplomacy, the national interest is a highly problematic concept and a poor guide to understanding the motivations of foreign policy.