About the Author

Karen A. Mingst is Professor Emeritus at the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce at the University of Kentucky. She holds a PhD in political science from the University of Wisconsin. A specialist in international organization, international law, and international political economy, Professor Mingst has conducted research in Western Europe, West Africa, and Yugoslavia. She is the author or editor of seven books and numerous academic articles. She has frequently taught the introductory international relations course. In addition, she has traveled and lectured extensively at universities around the globe. Ivan M. Arreguín-Toft is Assistant Professor of International Relations at Boston University, where he teaches introductory international relations, among other courses. He holds a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Chicago. Professor Arreguín-Toft is a specialist in security studies and, specifically, asymmetric conflict. He is the recipient of fellowships at the Peace Research Institute and the Norwegian Institute for Defense Studies.

Reviews

"The textbook is well-written and reflects up-to-date scholarship in the IR field. The IR theoretical approaches are skillfully and effectively integrated into the chapters."
*Abdalla Battah, Minnesota State University-Mankato*

"The Global Perspectives box and Theory in Brief is solid. Great content, good presentation."
*Selwyn Samaroo, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga*