Lexington Books Russia and the World: Understanding International Relations (Russian, Eurasian, and Eastern European Politics)

Understanding International Relations: Russia and the World examines world politics through the lens of Russia and its effects on the international system. Contributors to this volume examine Russian politics, economics, global and regional policies, and history in order to better understand Russia's place in world politics. This book explores the impact Russia has on international politics in three parts: how current theories in international relations studies treat Russia, the primary disputes in modern world politics relating to Russia, and Russian policies and their effects around the world. This collection offers a comprehensive view of Russia's place in the global political system by exploring Russian foreign policy, the economy and statecraft, the Arctic, global organizations, arms control, national security, the environment, soft power, and Russian relations with the United States, Europe, and Eurasia. Review Russia and the World: Understanding International Relations offers a critical analysis of international relations studies, Russia's politics, and shapes a strong argument about current challenges of the global world. It's a timely written book.--Pavel Koshkin, Editor-in-Chief of Russia Direct About the Author Natalia Tsvetkova is professor of American studies at Saint-Petersburg State University.