Geopolitical Myths

Geopolitical Myths

Geopolitics is often presented as a field of hard facts—territory, resources, military capability. Yet beneath strategic calculations lie narratives that shape perception and policy. Geopolitical Myths examines how constructed assumptions and inherited narratives influence international relations as much as material realities.

About the Book Geopolitical Myths analyzes the formation and persistence of strategic narratives that frame states, regions, and conflicts in simplified or distorted ways. The book argues that myths in geopolitics are not mere falsehoods but powerful interpretive frameworks that guide policy decisions, justify interventions, and shape public opinion. It explores how historical memory, cultural stereotypes, and ideological framing create durable mental maps that influence diplomacy and conflict. Through case-based analysis, the work demonstrates how certain regions are repeatedly portrayed as inherently unstable, expansionist, or threatening, reinforcing cycles of mistrust. By deconstructing these assumptions, the book reveals how geopolitical myths can escalate tensions and obscure pragmatic solutions.

What You Will Discover

• How geopolitical narratives are constructed and institutionalized.
• The difference between strategic analysis and myth-based perception.
• Case studies illustrating myth-driven foreign policy.
• The role of media and academic discourse in shaping geopolitical images.
• Methods for critically evaluating dominant strategic assumptions.

About the Author The author approaches geopolitics from a critical international relations perspective, combining discourse analysis with strategic theory. The work emphasizes analytical rigor over sensationalism.

Who Is This Book For? This book is for students of international relations, political geography, security studies, and readers interested in how narratives shape global power politics.