INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY IN THE 21ST CENTURY : CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND ANALYSES, 2ND EDITION

Book Details

• Author: Smith

• Publisher: Taylor & Francis

• Edition: Second

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 360

• ISBN: 9780367240776

• Languages: English

• Release Date: 16-02-2017

About The Book

Understanding International Political Economy offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the field of International Political Economy (IPE). Author Smith provides a clear foundation in both traditional and alternative approaches to IPE, helping readers grasp key concepts, assumptions, and the intellectual and historical contexts from which they evolved.

The second edition is fully updated to include essential coverage of contemporary issues such as the sustainable development goals (post-2015 framework), the financial crisis, and global responses to recent challenges. With new chapters on health, migration, and labour, this book also examines pivotal topics such as national vs. human security, economic vs. human development, and illegal networks in global trade.

The book encourages critical thinking and independent reflection, incorporating guiding features throughout each chapter. It also presents theoretical analysis alongside real-world issues, making it highly relevant to students and professionals in fields like international relations, politics, economics, and development. Enhanced with updated data, reflective questions, concept and example boxes, and illustrations, this book offers a well-rounded understanding of how theory shapes interpretations of international political economy.