Chronological History of U.S. Foreign Relations [Hardcover]

Lester H. Brune (Author), Richard Dean Burns (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 22, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0415939143 | ISBN-13: 978-0415939140 | Edition: 2

More than a timeline, the Chronological History allows readers to follow themes and compare time periods via extensive chronological listings, numerous cross-references, and thorough index. This comprehensive resource also includes 38 new maps to provide perspectives on the complex territorial disputes in which the US has played a role.
With over one third new material, along with updated and revised entries and maps, this second edition is essential for all students of political science, history, and international relations. Also includes 38 maps.

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

The update of a title first published in 1985 "is designed as a reference for scholars, librarians, students, researchers, journalists, and citizens seeking a straightforward explanation of particular events regarding the United States' relations with other nations." When first looking at the three volumes of this book, one might be overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of information contained. However, upon closer examination the volumes are arranged in such a way as to be usable by a wide audience.

Each volume offers a table of contents and a list of maps. The material is arranged chronologically from the arrival of settlers at Jamestown, Virginia (May 24, 1607), to George W. Bush's inauguration as U.S. president (January 20, 2001). Each event is described in summaries ranging from a paragraph to two pages in length. More than 30 percent of the material is new. A select bibliography of reference guides and general titles is arranged in a way that mirrors the chronological organizations of the main text.

Maps and cross-references add value, as does the appendix, which contains brief biographies of U.S. Secretaries of State from 1781 to 2001. The extensive index cites only page numbers and provides a volume key at the bottom of each page; including the volume number with the citations would save researchers a step.

Though there are numerous chronologies available, this one is unique--and timely--in its focus on U.S. relations with the rest of the world. The update will be a welcome addition and valuable resource for almost any library, whether academic or public. It is a useful complement to titles such as Scribner's Encyclopedia of American Foreign Policy [RBB My 15 2002] and the Encyclopedia of U.S. Foreign Relations (Oxford, 1997). RBB
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Review

Easy to use... The readability is outstanding... These volumes should be in every major library, particularly those with an interest in political science and foreign relations.
–American Reference Books Annual, 2003

Usable by a wide audience... Though there are numerous chronologies available, this one is unique-and timely-in its focus on U.S. relations with the rest of the world. The update will be a welcome addition and valuable resource for almost any library, whether academic or public.
–Booklist/RBB, February 2003

As with most good chronologies, this reference offers more that a mere list of dates and events... It offers comprehensive coverage... A second edition Routledge can be proud of... Handsomely produced and fully updated for use by students and scholars alike... The interested lay reader will also find it of value, so public, as well as academic libraries, will want to give this set full consideration.
–Against the Grain, February 2003

A useful starting point for research... Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.
–Choice, May 2003

A user-friendly tool... Recommended for school, academic, and public libraries.
–Lawrence Looks at Books, Gale Reference Reviews, March 2003

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1488 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (November 22, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415939143
• ISBN-13: 978-0415939140
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9 x 4.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,943,069 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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