“A state's potential power is based on the size of its population and the level of its wealth.”
Quote by John Mearsheimer
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The Tragedy of Great Power Politics (Updated Edition)
This book delves into the complexities of international politics, focusing on the interactions and conflicts among major global powers. It explores the historical and theoretical underpinnings of great power politics and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that arise in the contemporary geopolitical landscape. more
Author
John Mearsheimer
John Mearsheimer is a renowned international relations theorist and academic, born on December 14, 1947. He is a professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Chicago, specializing in international political theory, international security, and U.S. foreign policy. Mearsheimer is known for his contributions to realism in international relations, particularly his development of the 'neorealism' theory. more
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