In which field was Carr a theorist?
Physics
International Relations
Economics
Philosophy
Answer
In International Relations theory, Carr was famous for his critique of idealism, as expressed in his 1939 book The Twenty Years' Crisis, and for developing the English School approach, which emphasizes the role of states and power in global affairs. He argued that states are the primary actors in international politics and that they pursue their interests, which often lead to conflict.
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