Write a 1,500-word critical review on Realism which must include the following: Offer a short overview of Realism (A brief historical outline of the development of the theory), setting out its core tenets and assumptions; Identify different strands within the chosen theory, and the main differences between them, (Discussion of the common features and principles that unite the theory, as well as the different strands of Realist thinking, including Classical Realism, Structural Realism and Neo-Classical Realism) Commonalities and differences in these strands and their approach to conceptualising and understanding security (What is security? The referent object of security? What counts as a security issue? How may security be achieved?); Critically reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of the theory for thinking about international security issues; Use appropriate examples to illustrate your argument, for example (Ancient Greece Thucydides (471-400 BC), (Italian Peninsula, Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527) The ends justify the means, Hans Morgenthau (1904-1980, Peloponnesian War (431 to 404 BC). You can use any of those examples or any other examples. Identify key scholars and thinkers who have contributed to the debate over Realism or Liberalism. Try and identify a core argument about your theory that is clearly stated in the introduction and conclusion; Please stick to 1500 words, not more and not less. Use 4 to 5 references and make sure not to exceed 12% of the essay Font Arial 11 Conclusion is important
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