Amitav Acharya Bücher

Aimed at readers interested in constructing a less West-centric, more global discipline of International Relations, this book provides a concise, thorough introduction to the thought and practice of international relations from premodern India, China and the Islamic world, and how it relates to modern IR.

This book encourages international relations scholars to broaden their perspectives by integrating insights from the Global South with established Western theories. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing diverse viewpoints and experiences in the evolution of the field, fostering a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of global dynamics.