Books:
* "The Political Economy of War: Institutions, Inequality, and the Middle East" (Cambridge University Press, 2014): This book examines the role of political institutions and inequality in driving armed conflict, specifically focusing on the Middle East.
* "Civil Wars and the State: An Institutional Approach" (Cambridge University Press, 2002): This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors that contribute to civil war, emphasizing the role of state institutions and their impact on conflict dynamics.
* "The Rise of the West: A Comparative Study of Non-Western Political Development" (Cambridge University Press, 2007): This book explores the historical development of non-Western societies, comparing them to Western societies and examining the factors that contributed to their divergent paths.
Journal articles:
De Soysa has published extensively in leading academic journals, including:
* "The Political Economy of Civil War" (International Organization, 1999)
* "Institutions, Inequality, and Conflict: A Theoretical Framework" (Conflict Management and Peace Science, 2002)
* "The Political Economy of Ethnic Conflict: A Cross-National Analysis" (Journal of Conflict Resolution, 2004)
He has also contributed chapters to edited volumes on various topics related to conflict, development, and political economy.
In addition to his academic work, De Soysa has been actively involved in policy discussions and has provided expert advice to international organizations, governments, and NGOs.
Overall, Indra De Soysa is a leading scholar in the field of international relations, with a strong focus on the causes of war and conflict. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of the complex dynamics of conflict and its relationship with political institutions, economic inequality, and historical development.