By bringing into dialogue modern systems theory and international relations, this text provides theoretically innovative and empirically rich perspectives on conflicts in world society.

This collection contrasts Niklas Luhmann’s theory of world society in modern systems theory with more classical approaches to the study of conflicts, offering a fresh perspective on territorial conflicts in international relations. It includes chapters on key issues such as:






conflicts and human rights
conflicts in the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa
war and violence
Greek-Turkish relations
conflict theory
the role of states in world societal conflicts
legal territorial disputes in Australia
hegemony and conflict in global law
conflict management after 9/11.

While all contributions draw from the theory of world society in modern systems theory, the authors offer rich multi-disciplinary perspectives which bring in concepts from international relations, peace and conflict studies, sociology, law and philosophy.

Territorial Conflicts in World Society will appeal to international relations specialists, peace and conflict researchers and sociologists.