AN INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY (Second Edition)

Book Details

• Author: John Rennie Short

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Edition: Second Edition

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788131610763

• Pages: 192

• Binding: Hardcover

• Release Date: 01-12-2019

About the Book

An Introduction to Political Geography is a thought-provoking text that delves into the intricacies of political geography, offering insights into global power shifts, social movements, and the evolving state system. This second edition of the book is revised and updated to reflect contemporary changes and challenges within the discipline.

As old powers falter and new states emerge, the book explores how global political and geographic changes are shaping the international order. Emphasizing the fluid nature of political geography, the author examines the intersection of politics, geography, and participation, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the current and future state of the world.

Key topics explored in the book include:

• The political geography of the world order:

  • Uneven development and capitalist dynamics

  • The rise and fall of superpowers

  • The shift towards a multipolar world

• The political geography of the state:

  • The state’s role in the global order

  • The concept of the nation-state

  • The state as a spatial entity

• The political geography of participation:

  • The relationship between people and the state

  • The global village and its implications

  • Citizens’ role in the urban context

This book, with its wide array of international case studies, is essential for understanding the global shifts in power and participation. Its accessible approach makes it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the geopolitical landscape.

About the Author

John Rennie Short is a prominent Professor of Geography at Syracuse University, New York. Renowned for his expertise in political geography, Short has made significant contributions to the study of international relations, social movements, and political geography. His work is widely respected for offering clear insights into the dynamics of global power and governance.