Party Politics in Egypt: The Wafd & Its Rivals, 1919–1939 provides an in-depth study of the political landscape of modern Egypt during the interwar period. Marius Deeb examines the emergence and evolution of the Wafd Party, its struggle for national independence, and its political rivalry with other parties and forces—including monarchists, palace factions, and British colonial interests. T…
This book provides an in-depth portrait of Kofi Annan and his tenure as Secretary-General of the United Nations. James Traub explores Annan’s reform efforts, diplomatic challenges, and his struggle to redefine the UN’s role during a period dominated by American global power. Combining political analysis with biographical narrative, the book examines major international events, the UN’s in…
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Southeast Asia’s position in international politics from 1941 to 1956, a period marked by World War II, Japanese occupation, postwar reconstruction, and the emergence of nationalist movements throughout the region. Evelyn Colbert examines how global power rivalries—particularly between the United States, the United Kingdom, and emerging Asian s…
Ivory Coast: The Challenge of Success is an in-depth economic analysis authored by B. A. den Tuinder for the World Bank. The book examines the rapid economic growth of Côte d'Ivoire during the post-independence period and explores the structural factors that contributed to its development performance. It discusses the country's agricultural expansion, industrialization strategies, macroeconomi…
This book explains about international relations of Southeast Asia during the critical period from World War II to the years immediatelly following the first Indochina settlement. Set against a global background, it explores the policies not only of the countries of the region (including Australia and New Zealand), but also of outside countries with interest in Southeast Asia-the European power…
World Powers in the Twentieth Century, written by Harriet Ward, provides an accessible and well-illustrated overview of the rise, decline, and interaction of major global powers during the twentieth century. The book examines the political, military, and economic forces that shaped the era, from the First World War and the emergence of superpowers to the Cold War and the changing balance of pow…
On August 29, 1949, the first Soviet test bomb, dubbed “First Lightning,” exploded in the deserts of Kazakhstan. This startling event was not simply a technical triumph that confirmed the ability of the Soviet Union to build nuclear bombs during a period when the United States held a broadcast monopoly. It was also an international event that marked the beginning of an arms race that would …
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of international relations. Jackson and Sørensen outline the major theoretical perspectives—including realism, liberalism, and alternative approaches—while also exploring key global issues such as security, conflict, international institutions, globalization, and the changing nature of the international system. Designed for begin…
This book provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing international politics by examining the key concepts, actors, and processes that shape global relations. Holsti explores the nature of the international system, sources of conflict, patterns of cooperation, and the role of power and justice in world affairs. The third edition includes updated discussions of international theory, decisio…
Divided Nations in a Divided World explores the political dynamics and international implications of nations that are internally split, such as Korea, Germany, and Vietnam. The authors analyze how historical conflicts, ideological divisions, and global power rivalries shape the status and foreign policies of divided states. The book provides a comprehensive examination of the challenges these n…