Abstract
This book offers a new introduction to the major philosophical and contemporary debates within Security Studies. It is targeted at upper-level undergraduate and postgraduate students, and at academic readers seeking to take stock of existing knowledge in the field. The book will be of value as a core text for modules on International Security and Security Studies, and as a supplementary text for modules on topics including International Relations, political violence, and the philosophy of social science. The book aims both to survey and critically engage with contemporary developments in the field of Security Studies.