International relations Books

"Having observed earlier periods of determined, persistent, creative and wise American diplomacy on the Arab-Israeli conflict, we are left to ponder whether that kind of American leadership and diplomatic wisdom can be recaptured. We also are left...

Identifies the many ways in which unexpected outcomes are endemic to international relations due to the complexity of world politics.

Examines political authority in the modern era as a function of specific energy politics.

Die internationalen Beziehung werden, seit Anbeginn der Zeit, vom Gesetz des Stärkeren bestimmt. Das Ergebnis ist die Beherrschung und das Imperium. Das Buch analysiert Alternativen und erforscht die Wesensmerkmale des aktuellen amerikanischen Imperiums,...

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts -...

This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts -...

The Foreign Service Retirees Association of Florida (FSRA) celebrated its twentieth anniversary in 2002. Its approximately 800 members served its country all around the world for much of their adult lives. They worked as secretaries, attaches,...

The Mahdia was an important Islamic millenarian movement of the Nilotic Sudan in the last two decades of the nineteenth century

The terrorist destruction of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 was the climax of a course plotted by Osama Bin Laden to bring about his apocalyptic vision of a decisive clash between the Western and Moslem worlds

This book began as a personal effort to comprehend the effect of nuclear weapons on the current era and its international system. Nuclear weapons have not merely revolutionized the military sphere but havce also left their stamp on the world order...

CONTENTSIntroductionGeographic RuminationsThe Chinese Military and the Peripheral States in the 21st Century: A Security Tour d'HorizonPLA Capabilities in the 21st Century: How Does China Assess Its Future Security Needs?Advanced Military Technology and...

The global war on terrorism has provided a new context for relations between the United States and China. As the September 2002 National Security Strategy of the United States of America makes clear, cooperation with China on a range of economic,...

In February 2002, the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence agreed to conduct a Joint Inquiry into the activities of the U.S. Intelligence Community in connection with the terrorist attacks...

In February 2002, the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence agreed to conduct a Joint Inquiry into the activities of the U.S. Intelligence Community in connection with the terrorist attacks...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. ...

This fully revised and updated third edition reflects the considerable changes in Spain over the last decade as the country celebrates 40 years of its constitution. The author gives fresh insight into the formal and informal workings of this dynamic...

This book debates competing approaches to ethical decision-making for members of the armed forces of liberal-democratic states.

This book is a detailed study of the diplomatic relations between the United States and Great Britain during the late nineteenth century. The period was marked by complex political and economic issues, including territorial disputes, trade policies, and...

Dieses Buch beschreibt die Haager Friedenskonferenz von 1907 und ihre Bedeutung für die internationale diplomatische Beziehungen und die Friedenssicherung. Es bietet Einblicke in die Verhandlungen und die Ergebnisse der Konferenz und ist ein wichtiges...

These transcripts capture a pivotal moment in U.S. foreign policy, as policymakers attempt to navigate the rise of Islamic fundamentalism in the Middle East. Featuring testimony from experts and government officials, this book provides an in-depth look...

This important report provides a detailed analysis of the work of the Institute of Pacific Relations, a key organization involved in promoting international cooperation and understanding in the Asia-Pacific region. The report includes an overview of the...

This illuminating volume provides a comprehensive overview of the workings of the United States intelligence community in the 21st century. Drawing on testimony from a wide range of experts, the book explores the key issues facing the intelligence...

This joint congressional hearing from 1991 covers the topics of Iraq's nuclear weapons capabilities and the International Atomic Energy Agency's inspection regime in Iraq. The hearing includes testimony from government officials, experts, and academics,...

This fascinating study examines the reactions of German audiences to Die Schildbuerger, a film produced by the United States Information Service (USIS) during the Cold War. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources including surveys, interviews, and press...

This official government document contains the transcript of a hearing on security issues in Northeast Asia. The hearing, held by the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, covers a range of topics related to security and stability in the region,...

Discover the economic and political forces at work in the world today with this insightful book. From the rise of global powers to the changing nature of industry and society, this book explores the trends that are shaping our world.This work has been...

Explorez la diplomatie européenne du XIXe siècle avec cette collection fascinante de lettres diplomatiques. Avec des analyses détaillées du contexte politique et des implications diplomatiques de chaque lettre, ainsi que des notes biographiques et...

In this insightful book, Otto Hermann Kahn shares his views on the League of Nations, a controversial organization designed to promote international peace. Through detailed analysis of the league's history and operations, readers will gain a new...

In this provocative book, Potter argues that the idea of American isolationism is a myth. He shows how, from the earliest days of the republic, Americans have been actively engaged in world affairs, and how their actions have shaped the course of history...

This book provides a detailed account of the second assembly of the League of Nations, held in Geneva in 1921. The author describes the proceedings of the assembly, including speeches, debates, and resolutions. Through detailed analysis and clear...

This book provides a firsthand account of Great Britain's response to the European crisis. The reader is taken through the official correspondence and statements made in parliament, as well as an overview of the political climate of the time.This work...

This book is a handbook for diplomatic officers of the United States. It contains instructions on the proper conduct of diplomatic negotiations, the exchange of diplomatic notes, and other protocols involved in representing the United States in foreign...

In this political science book, Hargrove offers a comprehensive overview of the world's political landscape, analyzing key events, trends, and players. From global conflicts to regional alliances, from economic policies to social movements, this book...

This groundbreaking treatise explores the many complex issues surrounding war and peace, from their moral and ethical implications to their practical ramifications for nations and individuals alike. Essential reading for scholars and policymakers alike...

An Introduction to World Politics is a comprehensive survey of international relations, written by noted scholar and journalist Herbert Adams Gibbons. Originally published in 1916, this book examines the political, economic, and social factors that shape...

Uncover the diplomatic dispute between Lithuania and Poland from the early 20th century. Based on correspondence between the League of Nations and the Lithuanian government, this account provides valuable insights into the complex political climate of...

The movement for world peace has a rich history, spanning centuries of human endeavor. In this concise and insightful account, Klas Pontus Arnoldson traces the development of the peace movement from its roots in the Enlightenment to the present day...

Using recently declassified U.S. State Department archives, Mohammad Gholi Majd describes the rampant tyranny and destruction of Iran in the decades between the two world wars in a sensational yet thoroughly scholarly study that will rewrite the...

The Borderlands of the American and Canadian Wests is the first collection of interdisciplinary essays bringing together scholars from both sides of the forty-ninth parallel to examine life in a transboundary region. The result is a text that reveals the...

Are oil-rich countries prone to war? And, if so, why? There is a widely held belief that contemporary wars are motivated by the desire of great powers like the United States or Russia to control precious oil resources and to ensure energy security. This...

Defiance against Chinese oppression has been a defining characteristic of Tibetan life for more than four decades, symbolized most visibly by the much revered Dalai Lama. But the story of Tibetan resistance weaves a far richer tapestry than anyone might...

The "ethnic cleansing" that has gripped the Balkans for much of this decade is but another chapter in the long history of man's inhumanity to man. Hopeful but unflinching in the face of such realities, Howard Ball's book focuses on international efforts...