International History and International Relations is a response to the growing concern that modern International Relations (IR) has become too “ahistorical” and “self-referential”. Developed by Andrew J. Williams, Amelia Hadfield, and J. Simon Rofe, this text provides the essential historical “roots” required for a deep understanding of global politics. Rather than a chronological list of dates, the authors deliver interpretive essays that connect classic and contemporary literature to the core of the discipline.
Key Features
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Thematic Interpretative Approach: Moves beyond “histoire événementielle” (date-based history) to provide deep, thematic analysis of how history shapes current IR theory.
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Student-Driven Content: Originating from a highly successful module at the University of Kent, the book is shaped by years of student feedback and practical classroom application.
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Core Global Themes: Explores six critical areas essential for any IR scholar: War, Peace, Sovereignty, Empire, International Organization, and Identity.
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Interdisciplinary Scholarship: Blends the rich literature of both professional historians and IR scholars who prioritize historical methods.
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Concise & Provocative: Spanning 265 pages, it is designed to give novices and advanced students plenty of “food for thought” without overwhelming them with encyclopedic data.
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