Neoclassical Realism in European Politics: Bringing Power Back in

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Realism is making a comeback in Europe. This book brings together a new generation of realist scholars. It provides a rigorous survey for specialists seeking to understand the dynamics of international relations in a time of change. The volume thus seeks to explore the European dimension to neoclassical realism. The hope with this book is that it will spark a debate that, in time, might lead to the re-emergence of a distinctly European realist school which draws on the roots of the historical, non-American realist tradition, benefiting from insights in the liberal-constructivist paradigm. Through detailed case studies, the book illustrates that power and influence remain fruitful, even indispensable variables through which to understand the formation of foreign policy. -- .

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In their effort to introduce neoclassical realism to the European audience, the scholars in this book trace its relationship to classical realism and its European roots, reinvigorating the scholarly debate on the timeless wisdom of realism and eventually offering a thought-provoking work.

(Revecca Pedi (University of Macedonia, Thessaloniki) Political Studies Review, May 2014

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Asle Toje is functioning Research Director at the Norwegian Nobel Institute

Barbara Kunz (D.Phil) is a Project Manager at the Bertelsmann Stiftung, Germany