In this book, Denny Roy offers an approach that may be called 'the political science of international relations (IR) with a focus on China'. Roy does not make commitment, though, as to which level of analysis is the most appropriate in determining Chinese foreign policy behaviour. This, I would suggest, is one of Roy's strengths. His analysis is historically sensitive and solidly grounded in fact. As a political analyst he has a gift for making insightful observations and writes with flair. In this thoroughly researched chapter [Chapter 8], Roy best shows his ability to draw upon both IR and China studies...

Anthony Alexander Loh, Harvard University, The China Journal

Written for a broad audience, the work nevertheless captures the complexities of Chinese foreign policy and its interplay with its domestic political development. It provides a simplified rather than simple structure to view the choices that the Chinese leadership have made, are making, and will make, as China becomes a truly great power with an accompanying role in international affairs.

J. A. Rhodes, Luther College, Choice Reviews

In this book, Denny Roy offers an approach that may be called 'the political science of international relations (IR) with a focus on China'.
Roy does not make commitment, though, as to which level of analysis is the most appropriate in determining Chinese foreign policy behaviour. This, I would suggest, is one of Roy's strengths.
His analysis is historically sensitive and solidly grounded in fact. As a political analyst he has a gift for making insightful observations and writes with flair. In this thoroughly researched chapter [Chapter 8], Roy best shows his ability to draw upon both IR and China studies.

Anthony Alexander Loh, Harvard University, The China Journal