Causes of War
January 2010
288 Pages, Hardcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
ISBN:
978-1-4051-7560-9
John Wiley & Sons
Written by leading scholars in the field, Causes of War
provides the first comprehensive analysis of the leading theories
relating to the origins of both interstate and civil wars.
* Utilizes historical examples to illustrate individual theories
throughout
* Includes an analysis of theories of civil wars as well as
interstate wars -- one of the only texts to do both
* Written by two former International Studies Association
Presidents
Acknowledgments.
1. Introduction to the Study of War.
2. System-Level Theories.
3. The Dyadic Interactions of States.
4. The State and Societal Level.
5. Decision-Making: The Individual Level.
6. Decision-Making: The Organizational Level.
7. Civil War.
8. Conclusion: Reflections on Levels, Causes, and War.
References.
Index
1. Introduction to the Study of War.
2. System-Level Theories.
3. The Dyadic Interactions of States.
4. The State and Societal Level.
5. Decision-Making: The Individual Level.
6. Decision-Making: The Organizational Level.
7. Civil War.
8. Conclusion: Reflections on Levels, Causes, and War.
References.
Index
"Along the way are examples from recent history that may surprise the reader. At the very least, every member of Congress and the State Department should study this report." (Book News Inc, November 2010)
"A very impressive book. The most systematic, thorough, and informative review of contemporary scientific theories on the causes of war in print. Highly recommended not only for students and scholars, but policy makers and others who need to know about war and its most likely causes."
--John A. Vasquez, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
"Levy and Thompson are very highly regarded as leading scholars of war, and this terrific book reflects that preeminence. Up-to-date and timely without being faddish, the volume covers a remarkable range of theories and approaches, paying due attention to classic arguments in a contemporary context. Causes of War has a structure and clarity that will make this volume a joy to use in the classroom. The comprehensive coverage makes it an indispensable tool for every serious student of the topic."
--Colin Elman, Syracuse University
"A very impressive book. The most systematic, thorough, and informative review of contemporary scientific theories on the causes of war in print. Highly recommended not only for students and scholars, but policy makers and others who need to know about war and its most likely causes."
--John A. Vasquez, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
"Levy and Thompson are very highly regarded as leading scholars of war, and this terrific book reflects that preeminence. Up-to-date and timely without being faddish, the volume covers a remarkable range of theories and approaches, paying due attention to classic arguments in a contemporary context. Causes of War has a structure and clarity that will make this volume a joy to use in the classroom. The comprehensive coverage makes it an indispensable tool for every serious student of the topic."
--Colin Elman, Syracuse University
Jack S. Levy is Board of Governors Professor of Political
Science at Rutgers University. He is a former President of the
International Studies Association (2007-8) and of the Peace
Science Society (2005-6). His research focuses on the causes
of war and on foreign policy decision-making.
William R. Thompson is Rogers Professor of Political
Science at Indiana University and Managing Editor of
International Studies Quarterly. He is a former President of
the International Studies Association (2005-6). His ongoing
research focuses on conflict and long-term international political
economy.
Science at Rutgers University. He is a former President of the
International Studies Association (2007-8) and of the Peace
Science Society (2005-6). His research focuses on the causes
of war and on foreign policy decision-making.
William R. Thompson is Rogers Professor of Political
Science at Indiana University and Managing Editor of
International Studies Quarterly. He is a former President of
the International Studies Association (2005-6). His ongoing
research focuses on conflict and long-term international political
economy.