Written by leading scholars in the field, Causes of War provides the first
comprehensive analysis of the leading theories relating to the origins of both interstate
and civil wars.
- Utilizes historical examples to illustrate individual theories throughout
- Includes an analysis of theories of civil wars as well as interstate wars -- one
of the only texts to do both
- Written by two former International Studies Association Presidents
Jack S. Levy is Board of Governors Professor of Political Science at
Rutgers University. He is a former President of the International Studies Association
(2007–8) and of the Peace Science Society (2005–6). His research focuses on the causes
of war and on foreign policy decision-making.
William R. Thompson is Rogers Professor of Political Science at Indiana
University and Managing Editor of International Studies Quarterly. He is a former
President of the International Studies Association (2005–6). His ongoing research
focuses on conflict and long-term international political economy.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments.
1. Introduction to the Study of War.
2. System-Level Theories.
3. The Dyadic Interactions of States.
4. The State and Societal Level.
5. Decision-Making: The Individual Level.
6. Decision-Making: The Organizational Level.
7. Civil War.
8. Conclusion: Reflections on Levels, Causes, and War.
References.
Index.
288 pages, Paperback