Introduction to World Politics

Richard Oliver Collin is distinguished professor emeritus of politics and geography at Coastal Carolina University. Pamela L. Martin is professor of politics at Coastal Carolina University.

• IntroductionPart I: Introduction to a Small Planet1. Global Literacy: Understanding a Complicated World2. Levels of Analysis: The People, Places, and Things We Study3. Community and Conflict: A Quick Look at the Planet4. The Country in Question: Sovereign States and NationsPart II: How the World Functions: Freedom and Political Conflict5. Containing Conflict: The International Community 6. Freedom and Ideology: Imagining an Ideal World7. How Democracies Manage Freedom and Conflict Part III: Kinds of Conflict: The World When Things Go Wrong8. Conflict and Less-Free Societies9. Conflict, Violence, War, and Mayhem 10. The War of the Mind: Violent Ideological Conflict11. The War of the Heart: Violent Nationalist ConflictPart IV: Population, Poverty, Resources, and Human Development12. Economic Development: The Rich and the Wretched 13. Too Many Plates at the Table: Population and Political Conflict 14. The Greening of a Blue PlanetAppendicesGlossary

A spectacular 360-degree view, this book presents a complete and organic discussion of the most salient issues, actors, principles, concepts, and debates in world politics today. By offering a vast array of relevant examples, current data, and precise accounts and discussions of what it all means, Collin and Martin provide the reader with the perfect tools to unravel and enjoy the complexities of world politics. This excellent textbook is a 'must have' for any student interested in international affairs.