This book was included on the reading list as part of the University of Cambridge postgraduate International Relations masters degree; and having read it, I can see why. It is very well structured - methodical, logical and presents the facts in a sensible manner without bias.
The crux of the book is the development of a theory which explains why and how states with a rising power status behave in either a supportive or predatory manner towards declining states. The primary case for the development of the theory being a very well analysed study of post WW2 US, UK and Soviet Russia relations.
If you lack time and have many other books to read, then it is structured well enough to read the introduction and conclusion without compromise on value for money. In fact, I’d recommend reading it that way and then diving back into the chapters which interest you most.
In summary, this is an excellent book and highly recommended to IR scholars and practitioners alike.
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