Routledge Library Editions: Politická geografia Séria

The book explores the concept of place through three dimensions: locale and sense of place, which address the local social arrangements influencing political behavior, and location, highlighting the broader context of state and global economic interactions. The latter section offers in-depth analyses of political dynamics in American and Scottish contexts, applying the developed place perspective to understand how local and macro factors intersect in shaping political landscapes.

Focusing on historical empires such as the Ottoman Empire and Spain, the book explores the key geopolitical traits of expansionist states. It introduces a model that outlines the dynamics of expansion over time and space. The analysis extends to the post-1945 era, evaluating whether the Soviet Union qualifies as an expansionist state, which gains renewed significance in light of current events in Ukraine. The discussion provides insights into the patterns and implications of geopolitical expansion.

Focusing on the geopolitical features of expansionist states, this book analyzes historical examples from the Ottoman Empire, Spain, Austria, France, and Germany. It presents a model detailing the expansionist process over time and space. The author applies this model to the post-1945 era, evaluating the Soviet Union's status as an expansionist state in light of its actions and potential, particularly in the context of contemporary issues such as the situation in Ukraine.