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In focusing on the rivalry deescalation problem, an expectancy theory is proposed, & hypotheses are outlined that can be used to discuss the Sino-Soviet case, with emphasis given to events that occurred from the 1970s through the 1990s. Existing knowledge about the Sino-Soviet case is used to determine the degree to which expectancy theory can be utilized. The conclusions suggest that the findings garnered from this study of Sino-Soviet relations have consequences for the development of an evolutionary framework for the study of international relations. 2 Tables, 2 Figures, 34 References. K. Larsen

The evolutionary approach offers a new paradigm for the study of international relations. This approach offers several advantages including evolutionary theory's ability to analyze the increasingly complex, interdependent, & coevolving nature of world politics & the global economy; its emphasis on the present rather than the future; & its capacity to generate new & better political theories. These advantages are highlighted in the papers that follow. Though the various authors do not reach a general consensus regarding the role of evolutionary theory, the ideas presented here strengthen the existing understanding of this new international relations paradigm. The first set of papers focuses on the central questions apparent in the evolutionary approach. The second examines the "bridges" that are evident between evolutionary international relations theory & other frameworks. The third applies evolutionary international relations theory to intergroup rivalry relationships. The fourth outlines the manner in which evolutionary arguments can be applied to the international political economy. K. Larsen

Summarizes the interdependence between long-term economic growth, political leadership, & global war, tracing changes in this relationship over the past millennium. A political science perspective on world-systems analysis is advanced that focuses on waves of political-economic processes rather than on the specific processes of capital accumulation, capitalism, & the core-periphery division of labor. Alternating periods of concentration & deconcentration in the relations between economics & politics are identified & analyzed in terms of K-waves & long cycles. As the world system is not autonomous, linkages between global & regional politics are also explored. 2 Tables, 2 Figures, 61 References. K. Hyatt Stewart

Summarizes the interdependence between long-term economic growth, political leadership, & global war, tracing changes in this relationship over the past millennium. A political science perspective on world-systems analysis is advanced that focuses on waves of political-economic processes rather than on the specific processes of capital accumulation, capitalism, & the core-periphery division of labor. Alternating periods of concentration & deconcentration in the relations between economics & politics are identified & analyzed in terms of K-waves & long cycles. As the world system is not autonomous, linkages between global & regional politics are also explored. 2 Tables, 2 Figures, 61 References. K. Hyatt Stewart