In addition to presenting the major theoretical perspectives, the book examines a range of important and controversial topics in covering both traditional military and non-military security issues such as WMD proliferation, humanitarian intervention, food security and environmental security. The volume also offers a wide range of case studies providing detailed analyses of important global security issues.
The 37 chapters contain pedagogical features and recommended further reading and are divided into five thematic sections:
Updates for the second edition include:
This textbook will be essential reading for all students of security studies and highly recommended for students of critical security studies, human security, peace and conflict studies, foreign policy and International Relations in general.
Peter Hough is an Associate Professor in International Relations at Middlesex University, UK.
Andrew Moran is an Associate Professor and Head of Politics and International Relations at London Metropolitan University, UK.
Bruce Pilbeam is a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at London Metropolitan University, UK.
Wendy Stokes is a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at London Metropolitan University, UK.