American Foreign Policy and Process

American Foreign Policy and Process explores the values and beliefs that have shaped American foreign policy, comparing policymaking processes during the Cold War, after Vietnam, and after 9/11. It provides an up-to-date evaluation of the Trump and Biden administrations and examines the role of governmental and non-governmental actors in affecting foreign policy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 600 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This extensive text delves into the core values and beliefs that have guided American foreign policy throughout its history, tracing their evolution over time. By examining presidential administrations from the end of World War II to the present day, American Foreign Policy and Process offers a comprehensive comparison of policymaking processes during the Cold War, the aftermath of Vietnam, and the aftermath of 9/11. This new edition has been updated to reflect the latest developments in the actions of key domestic foreign policy institutions, including assessments of the Trump and Biden administrations.

A series of chapters explores the roles of governmental and non-governmental actors in shaping foreign policy, providing students with a deep understanding of the historical context and dynamics of American foreign policy. Supported by informative maps, key documents, figures, and tables, students will examine the evolution of American foreign policy, focusing on comparing the approaches of different administrations, from Nixon to Biden.

This text is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and ever-changing landscape of American foreign policy. It offers a comprehensive and nuanced analysis of the key factors that have shaped the nation's foreign policy decisions, providing a valuable foundation for further study and discussion.

Weight: 1354g
Dimension: 179 x 255 x 44 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009278546
Edition number: 7 Revised edition