Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations Today [Paperback]

James P. Muldoon Jr. (Editor), Earl Sullivan (Editor), JoAnn Fagot Aviel (Editor), Richard Reitano (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 28, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0813343100 | ISBN-13: 978-0813343105 | Edition: 2nd

As the world confronts new and ongoing challenges of globalization, international terrorism and an array of other global issues, the United Nations and its key attribute-multilateral diplomacy-are more important now than ever before. With new and updated essays that detail the experiences of a diverse group of practitioners and scholars who work in the field of diplomacy, this new edition covers in even greater breadth and depth the quintessential characteristics of multilateral diplomacy as it is conducted within the United Nations framework. Multilateral Diplomacy and the United Nations Today provides valuable insights from a variety of perspectives on how diplomacy is practiced, making it essential reading for aspiring diplomats, international business leaders, and students of all levels. The contributors to this volume bring a depth and breadth of knowledge and experience to the examination of five areas of multilateral diplomacy: UN diplomacy, crisis diplomacy, international economic diplomacy, UN summits and "citizen diplomats," and non-governmental diplomacy. A thorough revision: of the 24 chapters, eight are new to this edition, and all the others are updated. Includes a diverse range of contributors: veteran diplomats, respected scholars, non-governmental activists. Relevant, timely discussion topics related to the UN. An important supplemental text to any course on the UN, contemporary international relations, diplomacy, and international organizations.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Brings to light the crucial role that the United Nations and multilateral diplomacy play in global interactions." -- Ali R. Abootalebi, UW Eau Claire

"This is a terrific collection on diplomacy at the United Nations." -- Ian Hurd, Northwestern University

"This second edition further reinforces its standing as the best study of the theory and practice of multinational organizations." -- John D. Stempel, University of Kentucky

About the Author

James P. Muldoon Jr. is senior fellow with the Center for Global Change and Governance, Rutgers-Newark and the author of Westview's The Architecture of Global Governance: An Introduction to the Study of International Organizations. Earl Sullivan is Provost and professor of political science at American University in Cairo and the founding adviser of the Cairo International Model United Nations and the Cairo International Model Arab League. JoAnn Fagot Aviel is Professor and Chair of the International Relations Department at San Francisco State University where she also serves as the faculty advisor of the Model United Nations program. Richard Reitano is Professor of Government at Dutchess Community College and Adjunct Professor of Political Science at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Westview Press; 2nd edition (January 28, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813343100
• ISBN-13: 978-0813343105
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,210,904 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent compliation, June 14, 2000

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Shelton L. Williams (Maryland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Multilateral Diplomacy And The United Nations Today (Hardcover)

This book provides a fascinating look into what multilateral diplomacy has become in the post Cold War Era. It is very helpful to scholars and students, especially those engaged in Model UN programs.