The United Nations In Action

by David J. Whittaker

Overview

This is a clear survey of the role played by the United Nations in the major political crises of the post-war world. In covering its high-profile, peace-keeping role, its support of new nations, and its involvement in new initiatives such as famine relief and drug control, the author presents an introduction to the UN in action.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781135370381
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/01/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	303
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

David J.Whittaker

Table of Contents

The concept of the United Nations; the structure of the United Nations; peace keeping: Korea, Israel, Cyprus, Afghanistan, the Gulf War; nuclear proliferation: nuclear tests and nuclear treaties; human rights: apartheid and South Africa, Yugoslavia, Central and Latin America; new nations: Namibia, Cambodia, Indonesia; environmental protection: from Stockholm to Rio; new initiatives: aids, drugs, famine relief; retrospect.

Editorial Reviews

An introduction to the United Nations which illustrates the organization "in action" through a selection of case studies organized into six parts. The first part describes the institutional shape of the UN, including its purpose, principles, and structure. Subsequent sections provide case studies divided by type of activity, including peacekeeping and collective security; nuclear questions; human rights; new nations; and new initiatives in the face of global changes. Each chapter provides a brief guide to complex facts and legislation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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