What Causes War?: An Introduction to Theories of International Conflict

Now in a thoroughly revised and updated edition, this classic text presents a comprehensive survey of the many alternative theories that attempt to explain the causes of interstate war. For each theory, Greg Cashman examines the arguments and counterarguments, considers the empirical evidence and counterevidence generated by social-science research, looks at historical applications of the theory, and discusses the theory's implications for restraining international violence. Cashman examines theories of war at the individual, substate, nation-state, dyadic, and international system levels of analysis. Written in a clear and accessible style, this interdisciplinary text will be essential reading for all students of international relations.

Author: Greg Cashman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 07/29/2013
Pages: 620
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.80lbs
Size: 9.90h x 6.90w x 1.50d
ISBN13: 9780742566514
ISBN10: 074256651X
BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | History & Theory | General
- Political Science | International Relations | General
- Technology & Engineering | Military Science

About the Author
Greg Cashman is professor emeritus and adjunct professor in political science at Salisbury University, Maryland.