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The importance of soft power is one of the most striking features of contemporary international relations. The concept of soft power has a strong appeal outside the Western world, most countries now make serious business of developing their public...

During the first decade of the twenty-first century, the United States increasingly has relaxed its regulatory posture in the face of critical challenges to public health and the environment. This is true for regulation of recycling of end-of-life...

Focusing on the 2001-2002 crisis which brought the nuclear rivals to the brink of war, this book explores the dynamics of strategic stability between India and Pakistan. Like the 1999 Kashmir crisis and the 2008 Mumbai crisis, the 2001 attack on the...

The idea of soft power figures crucially in the story of China's re-emergence as a global power. While the debate on the intentions and merits of its global outreach continues, China has embarked on its quest for an image makeover. Soft Power in China...

This book examines the impact of improving EU-Turkey relations on Turkish political culture since Turkey became a candidate for EU membership in 1999. While a multi-party political system was introduced in Turkey in 1946, political liberalism was the...

The Poetry of Susan Howe provides a comprehensive survey of the major works of one of America's foremost contemporary poets. The book describes the relationship between poetic form and the various configurations of history, religious thought, and...

The Politics of Custom in Eighteenth-Century British Fiction breaks new ground in the history of the novel by revealing both the persistent influence of popular culture and of an older, patrician model of social relations. Bowen demonstrates that this...

North Korea's foreign policy behavior has long intrigued scholars, puzzled laymen, frustrated negotiators, and aggravated policy-makers. This book brings together the work of ten of the world's foremost scholars and leading experts on North Korea to...

Following the disintegration of the Soviet bloc, many Central and Eastern European Countries launched a vigorous "return to Europe" campaign, which primarily focused on accession to NATO and the European Union. By 2007, ten countries became members of...

Sir Herbert Butterfield was one of the leading British historians of the Twentieth Century . A diplomatic historian by training, he branched out into a variety of fields including historiography, the history of science and international theory. The...

This collection of essays examines the diplomatic corps as an institution of international society. Contributors include both leading scholars from the field of diplomatic studies, serving diplomats, and scholar-diplomats. The central argument of the...

The Puzzle of Peace moves beyond defining peace as the absence of war and develops a broader conceptualization and explanation for the increasing peacefulness of the international system. The authors track the rise of peace as a new phenomenon in...

""A Manual For United States Consuls: Embracing Their Rights, Duties, Liabilities, And Emoluments"" is a book written by Joshua Sidney Henshaw in 1849. This book is a comprehensive guide for United States consuls, providing them with information about...

First published in 1908, this series of lectures provides readers with a comprehensive look at the Hague Peace Conferences of 1899 and 1907. Author James Brown Scott delves into various aspects of the conferences, including the politics, power dynamics,...

An address by Mexican ambassador to the United States Matías Romero, delivered on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of General Ulysses S. Grant's birth, at a church in Washington D.C.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This comprehensive index covers all the volumes of the Diplomatic Correspondence and Foreign Relations of the United States published between 1861 and 1899. It offers researchers a valuable resource for finding information about American foreign policy...

Ce livre est une ressource indispensable pour les diplomates et les étudiants en relations internationales. Friedrich Wilhelm Ghillany présente une analyse des pratiques diplomatiques et des coutumes internationales pour faciliter les interactions entre...

Este libro recopila los informes de los ministros de relaciones exteriores de Venezuela, presentados al Congreso Nacional en 1905. A través de sus páginas, se pueden conocer los avances y desafíos del país en materia de política exterior y comercio...

This book is a record of the hearing before the Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade of the Committee on International Relations, House of Representatives, held during the One Hundred Fourth Congress. The hearing examined the US...

In this powerful and influential address, Andrew Carnegie argues passionately for the establishment of a world government that would work to prevent war and promote the cause of peace. Drawing on his own experience as one of the richest and most...

This collection of diplomatic documents sheds light on the question of whether Romania should be recognized as a sovereign state by the international community.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the...

In this incisive analysis, British Statesman Francis Neilson offers a compelling exploration of the ways in which diplomacy can lead to war. Drawing on his own experiences in government, Neilson's writing offers a unique perspective on the complex...

In this updated edition of his classic text, Young provides a thorough overview of the history and practice of diplomacy. From the ancient world to modern times, readers will gain insight into the complexities of international relations and the...

This comprehensive guide to the Department of State is a must-read for anyone interested in American politics and diplomacy. Divided into three sections, it covers the history, functions, and operations of the Department, and includes valuable insights...

This report from the US Department of State provides an overview of political and economic conditions in San Domingo (now known as the Dominican Republic) in the 1870s. The report discusses the US government's efforts to maintain stability in the region...

Il s'agit d'une réponse à une lettre écrite par Sa Moustapha Fazil-Pacha adressée au Sultan. Cette réponse est destinée à clarifier certains points soulevés dans la lettre originale. Le contenu de cette réponse est confidentiel et ne doit pas être...

This collection of essays provides insights into the politics, culture, and society of Japan, as seen through the eyes of Japanese political leaders and citizens. Offering a unique perspective on Japan-US relations, this book is a valuable resource for...

Cette collection de documents diplomatiques présente les négociations difficiles qui ont eu lieu entre la France et l'Angleterre pour la révision du traité de commerce en avril 1872. Les documents comprennent des correspondances et des comptes rendus de...

This volume is a collection of the proceedings of the early conferences of the American Society for Judicial Settlement of International Disputes, a pioneering organization that worked to promote peaceful resolution of conflicts between nations through...

Explore the diplomatic correspondence surrounding the revision of the Treaty of Tien-Tsin with this fascinating collection of documents. Presented to the House of Lords by command of Her Majesty in 1871, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the...

This collection of papers relates to the foreign affairs of the United States, covering a period of several decades. It provides insights into the ways in which the U.S. government interacted with other nations, and sheds light on significant events in...

Ce manuel diplomatique est une ressource inestimable pour ceux qui cherchent à comprendre les rudiments de la diplomatie et de la politique internationale. En explorant les droits et les fonctions des agents diplomatiques, ainsi que les actes et offices...

This essay provides a detailed analysis of the concept of a congress of nations to prevent international conflicts. It discusses the various aspects of law and diplomacy that would be needed to make such a congress successful. The book is a valuable...

Drawing on his extensive experience as a Japan expert, Kiyoshi Karl Kawakami explores the role of Japan in promoting world peace in this thought-provoking book. With insights into the country's diplomatic relations and cultural heritage, this work sheds...

In these four lectures, Mountague Bernard explores various aspects of diplomacy, including its history, theory, and practice. He examines the role of diplomacy in international relations, and discusses its effectiveness in resolving conflicts and...

Freeman Snow's Treaties and Topics in American Diplomacy is a comprehensive overview of American foreign policy and diplomacy from the colonial era through the present day. Drawing on primary sources and extensive research, Snow offers insights into the...

In a world often marred by conflict, violence, and the devastating consequences of war, the yearning for peace stands as a fundamental human aspiration. Throughout history, societies have experienced the horrors and destruction inflicted by armed...

In an era of great power competition, the role of alliances in managing escalation of conflict has acquired renewed importance. Nuclear weapons remain the ultimate means for deterrence and controlling escalation, and are central to US alliances in Europe...