Readings in U.S. Foreign Policy introduces undergraduate students to the historical foundations of American foreign policy; key theoretical approaches to the study of foreign policymaking; the central actors, institutions, and political processes of U.S. foreign policy; and contemporary challenges to U.S. primacy in the 21st century. Features: * Introductory essays for each section that provide a historical and theoretical context to each of the works. * Critical thinking questions on separate, tear-out sheets to encourage further reflection on each piece. * Recommended readings for students interested in studying the topics presented in more depth.