The Global Philosophers examines the intellectual roots of much of the contemporary literature on international relations and discusses the historical context in which famous historical political theorists wrote. Authors Mark V. Kauppi and Paul R. Viotti focus on the classic Western political philosophers, surveying the work of theorists such as Thucydides, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Rousseau, Kant, and their intellectual influences. Because it features both a broad overview of the basic questions addressed by international relations and more detailed accounts of how various philosophers addressed these questions, this work is an ideal introduction to the field. An admirable analysis of how writers are influenced by their contemporaneous historical circumstances, The Global Philosophers is essential reading for anyone who wishes to truly understand and appreciate the intellectual predecessors to the modern theories of international relations.

About the Author
Mark V. Kauppi received his Ph.D. from the University of Colorado and his M.A. from the University of California at Berkeley. Paul R. Viotti earned his Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley and masters degrees from Georgetown University and the George Washington University.


Book Information
ISBN 9780669180336
Author Mark V. Kauppi
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Lexington Books
Publisher Lexington Books
Weight(grams) 386g
Dimensions(mm) 231mm * 151mm * 18mm