Postpositivist International Relations Theory: A Globalist Restructuring

The book discusses Postpositivist theories in IR, their relationship with other theoretical approaches, and their place in the broader context of the Postpositivist Debate and the Globalization Debate. It also explores Feminism in IR, the differences between Critical International Theory and Critical Theory, and the positions of the English School and Constructivism in the field.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 280 pages
Publication date: 16 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book provides a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Postpositivist theories in International Relations (IR) within a broader metatheoretical framework. It contextualizes these theories within the Postpositivist Debate and the Globalization Debate in IR, highlighting their connections and differences. The book delves into the relationship between Feminism in IR and other critical approaches such as Critical Theory, Postmodernism/Poststructuralism, and Critical International Theory. It demonstrates how Feminism in IR shares common ground with these theoretical frameworks while also distinguishing itself from Critical Theory in social science. Furthermore, the book explores the dynamics of the Postpositivist restructuring of the IR theory field, showcasing how both the English School and Constructivism occupy a middle ground. It also highlights the distinctions between the Postcolonialist intervention in the IR theory field and the Postmodernist transformation.

This meticulously organized book is a valuable resource for scholars and students in the fields of political science, international relations, history, and humanities departments, including English literature and comparative literature. It offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on Postpositivist theories, providing a deeper understanding of IR and its relationship with other critical approaches. The book's innovative structure and comprehensive coverage make it an essential tool for advancing knowledge and scholarship in the field.

Weight: 444g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032587103