[2 volumes] "International Politics" was first published in 1968 and quickly gained the title of a classic work, remaining to this day a highly prestigious study of the political history of our time. It has provided information, education, and enjoyment to two generations of political scientists, historians, and the general public.

In this updated and final edition, substantial material has been added to present developments of the last decade on key issues such as the explosion of international terrorism, the wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Sudan, the accelerating emergence of China and India as major powers, political developments in Latin America, the onslaught of globalization, overpopulation, the eastward expansion of the European Union, the perpetuation of instability in the Middle East, and the harrowing questions surrounding the adequacy of global oil and energy supplies.

In short, the roots of the problems and contradictions inherited from the 20th century to the 21st century are found within the history of international politics. As a key reference work, "International Politics" quickly found its place on the lists of university textbooks around the world, presenting a reliable and multi-layered analysis of the major currents of modern history.

As a narrative, it is imbued with the author's characteristic erudition, vividness, and subtle style. For these qualities, it will continue to serve as an essential resource for scholars of international relations, as well as for all those who wish to better understand the path our world has taken from the end of World War II to the present day.

Much of what is said by political commentators is overwhelmingly copies, and indeed without historical and geographical context. Here, at last, the continuities of the thread are given, the movements are interpreted, and the details take their place on the global canvas.