The Origins of National Interests

The concept of identity in international relations offers too many vague and imprecise definitions of the concepts that stand at its very core. This text offers clear definitions of the concept of identity and the concepts surrounding the term. Booknews Brings together penetrating analyses which combine theoretical and empirical examinations of the relationship between identity and the national security of states. Contributors offer clear definitions of the concept of identity and concepts surrounding the term, and demonstrate the causal link between identity and the behavior of states. Specific topics include comparing French and British defense policies, state socialization on the international system, immigration and the politics of security, and NATO enlargement. Chafetz is a policy planner at the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs at the Department of State. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Editors Glenn Chafetz, Michael Spirtas, Benjamin Frankel. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.