Classical realism
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Themes & Theories in International Relations »Themes & Theories in International Relations
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2. Anarchy, states, power »2. Anarchy, states, power
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B. Flavours of realism »B. Flavours of realism
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Classical realism
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1930s: focus on causes or war & prevention post-WW1 »1930s: focus on causes or war & prevention post-WW1
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Conservative notions of human nature: selfish, drive for power »Conservative notions of human nature: selfish, drive for power
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Recognises importance of international society in restraining war »Recognises importance of international society in restraining war
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Struggle for power inseparable from social life = social phenomenon  »Struggle for power inseparable from social life = social phenomenon
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Tragedy of power politics: misplaced faith in power of reason »Tragedy of power politics: misplaced faith in power of reason
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