| ID | 117450 |
| Title Proper | Struggle for autonomy |
| Other Title Information | a realist structural theory of international relations |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Harknett, Richard J ; Yalcin, Hasan B |
| Publication | 2012. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Structural theories have advanced our understanding of International Relations (IR). This article contends that the two leading structural realist frameworks, however, rely too heavily on an ascribed unit motivation and core dynamic that are not derived from structure. This ultimately weakens both theories' explanatory potential. This article offers a refinement called structural autonomy that explains IR through a focus on a self-reliant pursuit of autonomy and the particular distribution of capabilities found across the system. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Studies Review Vol. 14, No.4; Dec 2012: p.499-521 |
| Journal Source | International Studies Review Vol. 14, No.4; Dec 2012: p.499-521 |
| Key Words | International Relations ; Structural Theories ; Structural Autonomy ; Autonomy |