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Fifty years after its creation, there exists a vigorous debate as to its limitations and possibilities. In United Nations in the Contemporary World , David J. Whittaker examines how the UN works and assesses its position as a world organisation. The author explores the nature of the UN as a regime in contemporary international relations and considers the changing terms of reference of the UN and its activities. He also discusses: United Nations in the Contemporary World explores the nature of the UN as a regime in contemporary international relations. David J. Whittaker considers the changing terms of reference of the UN and includes a series of case studies to illustrate the multifaceted activities of the UN - in peacekeeping, arms control, aid for refugees and complex issues associated with developing nations and global urbanisation. He also surveys the prospects for internal change and principles of the organisation. United Nations in the Contemporary World provides an interdisciplinary history of the UN and debates the key issues for its future. David J. Whittaker includes an annotated biblioraphy, glossary and guide to further source material to aid individual research and gives a cogent analyses of how the UN addresses today's world problems and how it can adapt for the future.

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Author:   David J. Whittaker
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Edition:   annotated edition
Dimensions:   Width: 13.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.181kg
ISBN:  

9780415153171

ISBN 10:   0415153174
Pages:   144
Publication Date:   18 September 1997
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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'This book is a fine example of the textbook genre - it is clear, accessible, and informative. Moreover it contains enough of the author's own insights and comments to encourage further reading. The section on Peacekeeping is especially timely and relevant. United Nations in the Contemporary World will, I am sure, be a worthy addition to many student reading list.' - Contemporary British History

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