This systematic and integrated analysis of the theory and practice of contemporary international relations, covers traditional and critical theory, core issues and recent developments in the field. Diversified and dewesternised, this new edition takes an impartial, global approach and considers a broad range of issues and actors. It places traditional Western thinkers in their historical context and brings in new, critical voices to show what the field of IR looks like today. A new critical theories chapter, expanded 'Approaches To…' boxes and accounts of the latest scholarship give readers a nuanced and pluralistic overview of IR theory. Updated empirical case studies bring the subject matter to life, and show how concepts and theories apply in practice.Revised and updated by new co-author Ben Whitham, this new edition offers:- Updated key developments, from important social movements such as Black Lives Matter and MeToo to coverage of resurgent ethno-politics and nationalisms- Full page case studies of 'Global Politics in Action', illuminating major events in world affairs- 'Global Actor' case studies considering the nature and significance of key players on the world stage, from Google to the G-20- 'Focus on' and 'Debating' features looking closely at issues and approaches and enable readers to develop their own critical skills- 'Key Concepts' boxes and a marginal glossary, along with discussion questions and suggestions for further reading aid study and reinforce learning- Online resources with materials for both lecturers and students, offering exam questions, PowerPoint slides, online-only case-studies, self-test questions, and more.This is the ideal text for lecturers and students looking for a broad, contemporary and inspiring overview of global politics today.