This book examines contemporary militarism in international politics, employing a variety of different theoretical viewpoints and international case studies. "An engaging narrative is maintained throughout this edited collection of articles that address the issue of militarism in International Relations. The book seamlessly integrates historical and contemporary perspectives on militarism, with theory and relevant international case studies, resulting in a very informative read... Overall, this book would prove very beneficial to students of International Relations, as well as those interested more specifically in militarism, strategic studies, and security." - Jack Newnham and Peter Bell, Queensland University of Technology, Australia "Overall, Militarism and International Relations is an informative, well written, carefully selected collection of essays." - Dr. Anne de Jong is assistant professor Conflict Studies at the University of Amsterdam