Books offers critique and commentary of recently published books in the field of international affairs. Contributions to Books provide context, arguments, and critical thought that help clarify recent scholarly work. While publications on any aspect of global affairs can be reviewed in the Journal, books examined in this section frequently address challenges in politics, diplomacy, or contemporary societal issues.
Issue 10.1

How to Make a Great Power a Smart Power by Sam Brannen

A review of Smart Power: Toward a Prudent Foreign Policy for America by Ted Galen Carpenter.

East Asia's Sorry Politics by John Feffer

A review of Troubled Apologies Among Japan, Korea, and the United States by Alexis Dudden.
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