Chan, Steve
Rumbles of Thunder: Power Shifts and the Danger of Sino-American War
- ISBN 13:
- 9780231208451
- author:
- Chan, Steve
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Columbia University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, History & Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Rumbles of Thunder: Power Shifts and the Danger of Sino-American War The relationship between established and rising powers is a complex one, with shifts in the balance of power often cited as a potential trigger for conflict. Steve Chan examines the international relations theories and popular narratives that suggest an elevated risk of confrontation between the US and China, and challenges these assumptions. Chan argues that power shifts do not preordain violent outcomes, and that domestic politics, international political economy, and the choices of individual leaders play a crucial role in understanding why wars happen. He also cautions against alarmist claims of a "rising China" catching up to and overtaking the US, and highlights the US's own history of undermining the international order. One area where tensions remain high is Taiwan, which remains a flashpoint for a possible Sino-American conflict. Chan's analysis brings together expertise in IR theory and keen political acumen, offering a nuanced perspective on the likelihood of war between the two powers.
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