The Parliament of Man: The Past, Present, and Future of the United Nations

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pp. xvii [3] 361.”Beginning with the origins of the UN following the Second WorldWar, Kennedy explains the inherent and unavoidable tension between sovereigntyand internationalism that defines the organization. He looks at its evolution,including the conundrum of the Security Council; North and South economicpolicies; the much-loved UNICEF and its unpopular cousin, UNESCO; and the oftendisappointing record of the UN’s human rights agenda. In a provocativediscussion of the present and future roles of the UN, Kennedy argues for acontinuation of the body, precisely because of global instability.”

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ISBN 0375501657
ISBN13 9780375501654
Number of pages 361
Original Title The Parliament of Man: The Past, Present, and Future of the United Nations
Published Date 2006
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication Toronto
Edition First Edition
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pp. xvii [3] 361.”Beginning with the origins of the UN following the Second WorldWar, Kennedy explains the inherent and unavoidable tension between sovereigntyand internationalism that defines the organization. He looks at its evolution,including the conundrum of the Security Council; North and South economicpolicies; the much-loved UNICEF and its unpopular cousin, UNESCO; and the oftendisappointing record of the UN’s human rights agenda. In a provocativediscussion of the present and future roles of the UN, Kennedy argues for acontinuation of the body, precisely because of global instability.”

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Weight 1.1 kg