Overview

Covering 1816–2016, this book deals extensively with the international system as well as the territorial outcomes of several key wars that were waged during that time period, providing an instructive lesson in diplomatic history and international relations among global powers. Based on an in-depth review of the leading theories in the field of international relations, International Relations Theory of War explains an innovative theory on the international system, developed by the author, that he applies comprehensively to a large number of case studies. The book argues that there is a unipolar system that represents a kind of innovation relative to other systemic theories. It further posits that unipolar systems will be less stable than bipolar systems and more stable than multipolar systems, providing new insights relative to other theories that argue that unipolar systems are the most stable ones. The first chapter is devoted to explaining the manner of action of the two dependent variables—systemic international outcome and intra-systemic international outcome. The second chapter presents the international relations theory of war and its key assumptions. The third chapter precisely defines the distribution of power in the system. The fourth chapter examines the theory's two key phenomena. The fifth and last chapter presents the book's conclusions by examining the theoretical assumptions of the international relations theory of war.

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Author:   Ofer Israeli (University of Haifa, Israel)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint:   Bloomsbury Academic
Dimensions:   Width: 15.00cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.380kg
ISBN:  

9798765136874

Pages:   248
Publication Date:   28 November 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

"Preface Introduction: International Relations Theory of War The Systemic International Outcomes—Stability of International Systems The Intrasystemic International Outcomes—Territorial Expansion of Polar Powers International Outcomes: Primary Disputes and Coping Why Do Wars Break Out? Structural Theoretical Research The Structure of the Book 1. War—Theory and Analysis of Results On Powers and Wars Systemic International Outcomes Systemic Factors and International Systems Durability Systemic Factors and International Systems Stability Intrasystemic International Outcomes Systemic Factors and Expansion of Influence of Polar Powers Systemic Factors and Expansion of Influence of Polar Powers at the Ends of Wars 2. International Relations Theory of War Basic Assumptions of the Theory Hypotheses of the Theory Concerning the Two International Outcomes Stability of International Systems Degree of Territorial Expansion Territorial Outcomes under Unipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes under Bipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes under Multipolar Systems The Transhistorical Principles Anarchy and the Tendency to Hegemonies Anarchy in the Theoretical Research of International Relations The Way Constructivism, Neoliberalism, and Realism Relate to Anarchy Status Quo, Revisionism, and Aspiration for Power Homeostasis and Preservation of the System Homeostasis in the International System Homeostasis in International Systems: Historical Examples Homeostasis and Feedback Models The International Relations Theory of War and Homeostasis Polarity of the System: The Independent Variable The Most Important Player in the International System: The State Great Power or Polar Power Polar Power in the Current Study Between Sea Power and Land Power Possible Polarity Models Polarity of the System and International Outcomes Summary of the Principle of the Model The Systemic Status of the International Relations Theory of War The International Relations Theory of War and Other Key Realist Theories 3. Polarity of the System 4. How the Research Is Empirically Examined Systemic Factors and Stability of International Systems Stability of International Systems—Quantitative Research Systemic Factors and the Stability of Multipolar Systems The Stability of the Multipolar System, 1849–1870 The Stability of the Multipolar System, 1910–1945 Systemic Factors and the Stability of Bipolar Systems The Stability of the Bipolar System, 1816–1848 The Stability of the Bipolar System, 1871–1909 The Stability of the Bipolar System, 1946–1991 Systemic Factors and the Stability of the Unipolar System The Stability of the Unipolar System, 1992–2016 The Stability of International Systems—Qualitative Assessment Stability of International Systems in a Multipolar System Wars as an Unintended Consequence or Systemic Dictate of the Players The Stability of the Multipolar System, 1849–1870 Crimean War The Crimean War—Common Explanations for Its Outbreak The Crimean War—Systemic Causes of Its Outbreak The Crimean War—Its Consequences The Stability of the Multipolar System, 1910–1945 The First World War Systemic Causes of the Outbreak of the First World War The Second World War Systemic Analysis of the Outbreak of the Second World War The Multipolar System, 1910–1945—Summary and Consequences Stability of International Systems in Bipolar System The Stability of the Bipolar System, 1816–1848, 1871–1909 The Stability of the Bipolar System, 1946–1991 The Long Peace in the Cold War Period and Its Causes Stability of International Systems in Unipolar System The Stability of the Unipolar System, 1992–2016 The Unipolar System and American Involvement Persian Gulf Region East Asia Region Military Involvements of the United States The Stability of International Systems—Conclusions Systemic Factors and Territorial Outcomes of Wars Territorial Outcomes of Wars of Polar Powers—Quantitative Assessment Territorial Outcomes in Multipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes in the Multipolar System, 1849–1870 Territorial Outcomes in the Multipolar System, 1910–1945 Territorial Outcomes in Bipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes in the Bipolar System, 1816–1848 Territorial Outcomes in the Bipolar System, 1871–1909 Territorial Outcomes in the Bipolar System, 1946–1991 Territorial Outcomes in Unipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes in the Unipolar System, 1992–2016 Territorial Outcomes of Wars of Polar Powers—Qualitative Assessment Territorial Outcomes in Multipolar Systems The Multipolar System, 1849–1870 The Crimean War (1853–1856) The Seven Weeks' War between Prussia and Austria (1866) The Franco-Prussian War (1870–1871) The Multipolar System, 1910–1945 The First World War (1914–1918) The Second World War (1939–1945) Territorial Outcomes in Bipolar Systems The Bipolar System, 1946–1991 The U.S.-Korea War (1950–1953) The U.S.-Vietnam War (1968–1975) The Gulf War (1991) Territorial Outcomes in Unipolar Systems Territorial Outcomes at the End of the Polar Powers' Wars against Afghanistan ""The Great Game"" in Central Asia and the Importance of Afghanistan The First Anglo-Afghan War (1838–1842) Why Did Britain Invade Afghanistan? The Invasion The Systemic Pressures for the British Pullout from Afghanistan The British Withdrawal from Afghanistan The First Anglo-Afghan War and Its Consequences The Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878–1880) Why Did Britain Invade Afghanistan? The Invasion The Systemic Pressures for the British Pullout from Afghanistan Summary of the First (1838–1842) and Second (1878–1880) Anglo-Afghan Wars The Third Anglo-Afghan War (1919) Why Did Britain Invade Afghanistan? The Invasion The Systemic Pressures for the British Pullout from Afghanistan The Soviet-Afghan War (1979–1988) Why Did the Soviet Union Invade Afghanistan? The Systemic Constraints That Were Employed in the War The U.S.-Afghan War (2001) Why Did the United States Invade Afghanistan? The Invasion The Systemic Pressures for the United States' Departure from Afghanistan The Prolonged American Presence in Afghanistan The Consequences of the U.S.-Afghan War Summary of the Five Wars of Polar Powers against Afghanistan Territorial Outcomes of the Wars of Polar Powers—Interim Summary 5. The Distribution of Power and International Outcomes: Conclusions International Outcomes: Analysis and Evaluation Index of Stability of International Systems Estimation of Territorial Outcomes of Wars of Polar Powers A New World Order? Appendix A: The Greatest Powers According to the Cow Project Appendix B: Interstate War, 1816–2007, According to the Cow Project Notes References Index"

Reviews

In his commendable new book, Ofer Israeli has provided us with a work that is scholarly and reader-friendly, and which makes a valuable contribution to the literature on international relations theory. * Michael Sharnoff, Associate Professor, Daniel Morgan Graduate School of National Security, USA * Ofer Israeli has written an important book that integrates novel theories in international relations with insightful historical and contemporary analyses. The book makes a significant contribution to the research of international politics. Dr. Israeli shows the relevance of international relations theory for explaining key aspects of war and policy in the global system. This book is highly recommended for all those who are interested in such critical questions. * Benjamin Miller, Professor of International Relations, University of Haifa, Israel * Israeli has produced a theoretically ambitious and innovative work that constitutes a significant contribution to the realist canon. His inquiry into the effects of the balance of power on war and territorial expansion provides not just a deeper understanding of the past, but also policy-relevant guidance for the conduct of statecraft in a changing and uncertain world. * Charles A. Kupchan, Professor of International Affairs, Georgetown University and Senior Fellow, Council on Foreign Relations, USA *

Author Information

Ofer Israeli is a lecturer and senior research fellow in the Institute for Policy and Strategy at the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya and a research fellow at the National Security Studies Center, University of Haifa, Israel.

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