International Relations

This set of pages has been created to share information that has come out of the International Relations course, a 24-week course for the MA in International Studies and Diplomacy at SOAS.

Check the readings for my thoughts about the relevant books I have read. As is usual with my book notes, I recommend that you read the specified book before reading what I have written.

You can also see the notes I have taken in class. They are not meant to be complete; they are simply what I have taken down. These will be updated as the course progresses.

April 26, 1999: My presentation group performed (literally) our last topic: "Justice in Post-Cold War International Politics." Here is the script for our metaphorical play, "Shakespeare in Debt."
March 26, 1999: My second essay for International Relations was submitted, answering question #1: "Analyze the implications of any ONE intergovernmental, regional or non-governmental organization for the traditional pattern of international order."
November 23, 1998: My first essay for International Relations was handed in today, and is now available online. It answers essay question #1: "Is the balance of power the only reliable basis for order in international relations?"