--- product_id: 18271070 title: "War and Change in World Politics (Volume 0)" price: "R2156" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/18271070-war-and-change-in-world-politics-volume-0 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Global power dynamics insight Classic geopolitical analysis War and empire decline focus War and Change in World Politics (Volume 0) **Price:** R2156 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌍 Decode the future of global power before it’s too late! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** War and Change in World Politics (Volume 0) - **How much does it cost?** R2156 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/18271070-war-and-change-in-world-politics-volume-0) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Used but well-preserved:** Get a quality copy that’s ready to inform your next big idea - β€’ **Highly rated and respected:** Join thousands of readers who trust Gilpin’s authoritative voice - β€’ **Timeless geopolitical wisdom:** Unlock the secrets behind empire rise and fall - β€’ **In-depth analysis of hegemony:** Understand why global powers shift and what it means for today - β€’ **Essential for international relations pros:** Stay ahead in political strategy and global affairs ## Overview War and Change in World Politics by Robert Gilpin is a seminal work exploring the cyclical nature of empire rise and decline, emphasizing the economic and military costs that lead to shifts in global hegemony. This used copy is in good condition and offers critical insights for professionals and students of international relations, backed by strong reviews and a solid reputation in political science literature. ## Description War and Change in World Politics introduces the reader to an important new theory of international political change. Arguing that the fundamental nature of international relations has not changed over the millennia, Professor Gilpin uses history, sociology, and economic theory to identify the forces causing change in the world order. The discussion focuses on the differential growth of power in the international system and the result of this unevenness. A shift in the balance of power - economic or military - weakens the foundations of the existing system, because those gaining power see the increasing benefits and the decreasing cost of changing the system. The result, maintains Gilpin, is that actors seek to alter the system through territorial, political, or economic expansion until the marginal costs of continuing change are greater than the marginal benefits. When states develop the power to change the system according to their interests they will strive to do so- either by increasing economic efficiency and maximizing mutual gain, or by redistributing wealth and power in their own favour. Review: Decline of Empire - I had to read this book for class. The sections on the decline of empire/hegemony are essential to understanding why the United States is doomed to fail. The author explains that the cost of maintaining empire eventually bankrupt the empire and a new hegemony replaces the old one. Although this can be done peacefully (collapse of USSR), the historical norm is total war between the hegemony/empire and the new challengers. The chances of U.S. citizens electing somebody like Ron Paul who will drastically scale back overseas forces and end preemtive wars is not good. More likely than not status quo politicians like Bush, Obama, Romney, etc will get elected and continue to maintain America's 900 military bases in 130 countries; start new wars and expand old ones; spend vast sums of money on expensive military research and projects. According to Gilpin's chapter on empire decline, this means that the U.S. will eventually bankrupt itself and there will be a change in the international system. Hopefully the change will be peaceful (U.S. voluntarily bringing forces home as Ron Paul advocates), and not violent (U.S. goes to war with China, Russia or another rising power that threatens U.S. hegemony). Review: Four Stars - nice product ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #223,055 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #18 in International Relations (Books) #204 in History (Books) #793 in International & World Politics (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 46 Reviews | ## Images ![War and Change in World Politics (Volume 0) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Onz3o-bmL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decline of Empire *by A***R on January 9, 2012* I had to read this book for class. The sections on the decline of empire/hegemony are essential to understanding why the United States is doomed to fail. The author explains that the cost of maintaining empire eventually bankrupt the empire and a new hegemony replaces the old one. Although this can be done peacefully (collapse of USSR), the historical norm is total war between the hegemony/empire and the new challengers. The chances of U.S. citizens electing somebody like Ron Paul who will drastically scale back overseas forces and end preemtive wars is not good. More likely than not status quo politicians like Bush, Obama, Romney, etc will get elected and continue to maintain America's 900 military bases in 130 countries; start new wars and expand old ones; spend vast sums of money on expensive military research and projects. According to Gilpin's chapter on empire decline, this means that the U.S. will eventually bankrupt itself and there will be a change in the international system. Hopefully the change will be peaceful (U.S. voluntarily bringing forces home as Ron Paul advocates), and not violent (U.S. goes to war with China, Russia or another rising power that threatens U.S. hegemony). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Four Stars *by G***N on October 20, 2015* nice product ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gilpin is surprisingly easy to read and interpret *by J***E on September 29, 2015* Gilpin is surprisingly easy to read and interpret, this book is a great size to carry around for school. Great seller and very great shipping! ## Frequently Bought Together - War and Change in World Politics - After Victory: Institutions, Strategic Restraint, and the Rebuilding of Order after Major Wars, New Edition (Princeton Studies in International History and Politics) - The Tragedy of Great Power Politics --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/18271070-war-and-change-in-world-politics-volume-0](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/18271070-war-and-change-in-world-politics-volume-0) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*