Praxis as a Perspective on International Politics

Praxis is a perspective on international politics and law that focuses on competent judgements and can help to overcome the divide between knowing and acting. This collection brings together leading figures in the field and explores the scope, limits, and blind spots of praxis theorizing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 17 October 2023
Publisher: Bristol University Press

This comprehensive collection brings together renowned experts in the field of International Relations to delve into the concept of praxis as a novel perspective on international politics and law. By emphasizing the importance of competent judgments, the praxis approach aims to bridge the gap between knowledge and action, which is a defining characteristic of positivist International Relations theory. Building upon the pioneering work of Friedrich Kratochwil, this book showcases the broad scope, limitations, and blind spots of praxis theorizing. It serves as a valuable contribution to the reconciliation of theory and practice in the realm of international politics and provides a rich source of inspiration for future research endeavors. Chapters 1, 4, 9, 13, 15, and 16 of this publication are available in Open Access format under a CC-BY-NC-ND license.

Weight: 502g
Dimension: 156 x 237 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529220476