The United Nations in International History
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The United Nations in International History

  1. 328 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

The United Nations in International History

About this book

The United Nations in International History argues for a new way of examining the history of this central global institution by integrating more traditional diplomacy between states with new trends in transnational and cultural history to explore the organization and its role in 20th- and 21st-century history. Amy Sayward looks at the origins of the U.N. before examining a range of organizations and players in the United Nations system and analysing its international work in the key arenas of diplomacy, social & economic development programs, peace-keeping, and human rights. This volume provides a concise introduction to the broad array of international work done by the United Nations, synthesizes the existing interdisciplinary literature, and highlights areas in need of further research, making it ideal for students and beginning researchers.

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Table of contents

  1. Title Page
  2. Copyright Page
  3. Contents
  4. List of Figures
  5. Series Editor’s Preface
  6. Preface and Acknowledgments
  7. List of Abbreviations
  8. Chapter 1 Introduction: An Invitation
  9. Chapter 2 The National and International Origins of the United Nations
  10. Chapter 3 The Cold War Borderland
  11. Chapter 4 Preventing War and Promoting Peace through Social and Economic Programs
  12. Chapter 5 The Development Enterprise
  13. Chapter 6 Making and Keeping the Peace: U.N. Peacekeeping and Refugee Assistance Operations
  14. Chapter 7 The Middle East and the United Nations
  15. Chapter 8 Defining Human Rights, International Justice, and Genocide
  16. Chapter 9 Conclusion: Join the Conversation!
  17. Guide to Further Research
  18. Notes
  19. Index