Jeffrey Newnham Bücher

The Penguin Dictionary of International Relations holds the key to understanding the trends and events that have influenced international relations over the last decade. This completely up-to-date reference includes explanations of the dangerous developments that have affected international relations, such as ethnic cleansing and preventive war, as well as detailed entries on broader concepts and key organizations--from game theory to SALT, from Amnesty International to WHO. This is a must for students of the world who want to keep up with the ever-changing pace of foreign relations.

Revised and updated, this dictionary guides the reader through the complexity of current political terms used in this field. Over 600 entries provide comprehensive information on major concepts, ideas and institutions. The text is cross-referenced for ease of use.