The Global Political System

This fully revised and updated English edition of a successful Italian text provides a sophisticated assessment of the theory and practice of world politics in the 21st century. Attinà examines the impact of issues, actors and trends on the contemporary world stage and assesses the future direction of change in global politics. 'This elegant, wise and distinctive text by an eminent Italian scholar offers a fresh perspective on the dynamics of international politics and global governance that will be equally enlightening for introductory students and experienced hands.' - A. J. R. Groom, University of Kent' 'The world may not have a fully functioning central government but it has many of its characteristics like leadership, hierarchy, institutions, and concerns about authority and legitimacy. Fulvio Attinà points the way beyond out-dated notions of anarchy in international relations to a better understanding of the global political system.' - William R. Thompson, Indiana University Contents: From International Relations to Global Politics: The Challenge Politics as Conflict in an Asymmetric World Politics as Cooperation in World of Equals Global Institutions and Government Global Political Change Contemporary Global Politics Reorganising The State Changing International Security The New Global Policies Conclusions