{"title":"Van Jackson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Van Jackson, a distinguished voice in the realm of politics and current affairs. With a deep understanding of international relations and geopolitical complexities, Jackson presents compelling insights that are both thought-provoking and informative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePacific Power Paradox\u003c\/em\u003e explores the intricate dynamics of power relationships in the Asia-Pacific region, offering a fresh perspective on how these affect global stability. It’s a must-read for anyone keen on understanding the subtle intricacies of international diplomacy and power plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Rivalry Peril\u003c\/em\u003e, Jackson delves into the escalating tensions between major global players. He dissects the perils of rivalry and the potential paths nations may take amidst growing uncertainties. This book is ideal for readers who wish to grasp the underlying currents shaping today’s international political landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVan Jackson’s works are essential for enthusiasts of politics and current affairs, blending thorough research with accessible and engaging narrative. Dive into his collection to expand your understanding of the contemporary political arena.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-rivalry-peril-by-van-jackson-9780300272895","title":"The Rivalry Peril","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the U.S. policy of competition with China is detrimental to democracy, peace, and prosperity—and how a saner approach is possible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor close to a decade, the U.S. government has been preoccupied with the threat of China, fearing that the country will \"eat our lunch,\" in the words of Joe Biden. The United States has crafted its foreign and domestic policy to help constrain China's military power and economic growth. Van Jackson and Michael Brenes argue that great-power competition with China is misguided and vastly underestimates the costs and risks that geopolitical rivalry poses to economic prosperity, the quality of democracy, and, ultimately, global stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis in-depth assessment of the trade-offs and pitfalls of protracted competition with China reveals how such a policy exacerbates inequality, leads to xenophobia, and increases the likelihood of violence around the world. In addition, it distracts from the priority of addressing such issues as climate change while at the same time undercutting democratic pluralism and sacrificing liberty in the name of prevailing against an enemy \"other.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Rivalry Peril\u003c\/em\u003e provides an informed and urgent critique of current U.S. foreign policy and a road map toward a saner, more democratically accountable strategy of easing tension and achieving effective diplomacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083014815980,"sku":"9780300272895","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24726693482294.jpg?v=1765278991"},{"product_id":"pacific-power-paradox-by-van-jackson-9780300257281","title":"Pacific Power Paradox","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA new history of Asian peace since 1979 that considers America’s paradoxical role\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter more than a century of recurring conflict, the countries of the Asia-Pacific region have managed something remarkable: avoiding war among nations. Since 1979, Asia has endured threats, near-miss crises, and nuclear proliferation but no interstate war. How fragile is this “Asian peace,” and what is America's role in it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVan Jackson argues that because Washington takes for granted that the United States is a force for good, successive presidencies have failed to see how their statecraft impedes more durable forms of security and inadvertently embrittles peace. At times, the United States has been the region’s bulwark against instability, but America has been a threat to Asian peace as much as it has been its guarantor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy grappling with how America fits into the Asian story, Van Jackson shows how regional stability has diminished because of U.S. choices, and why America’s margin for geopolitical error is less now than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362943811820,"sku":"9780300257281","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24570553482294.jpg?v=1772905214"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/van-jackson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}