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CHINA BOYS: How U.S. Relations with the PRC Began and Grew. A Personal Memoir.
  Platt, Nicholas/ 9780984406227
 
 
DANGER ZONES: A Diplomat's Fight for America's Interests.
  Dean, John Gunther/ 9780982386705
 
 
DANGER ZONES: A Diplomat's Fight for America's Interests.
  Dean, John Gunther/ 9780982386712
 
 
Unofficial Diplomat, The.: A memoir.
  Huskey, Joanne Grady/ 9780982386729
 
 
BUSHELS AND BALES: A Food Soldier in the Cold War.
  Steele, Howard L./ 9780980081497
 
 
ARIAS, CABALETTAS, AND FOREIGN AFFAIRS: A Public Diplomat's Quasi-Musical Memoir.
  Tuch, Hans N./ 9780981865409
 
 
International Relations of the Chinese Empire, The, 3-Vols/Set.
  Morse, Hosea Ballou/ 9781901903980
 
  Published over a period of eight years, from 1910 to 1918, Morse's survey provides in scrupulous detail every aspect of China's political and trading relations with her neighbours as well as with the West, from the mid-nineteenth century to the downfall of the empire, and its aftermath.
Japan and Russia: Three Centuries of Mutual Images.
  Mikhailova, Yulia/ 9781905246427
 
 
SB03-380 Russia and the Balkans: Foreign Policy from Yeltsin to Putin.
  Headly, James/ 9781850658481
 
 
Independent Diplomat: Despatches from an Unaccountable Elite.
  Ross, Carne/ 9781850658436
 
 
VC02-65 SAGE Handbook of Conflict Communication, The.: Integrating Theory, Research, and Practice.
  Oetzel, John G./ 9780761930457
 
  The means to express conflict is through communication (verbal and nonverbal messages); likewise, the means to manage and address conflict is through communication. The SAGE Handbook of Conflict Communication emphasizes constructive conflict management from a communication perspective which places primacy in the message as the focus of conflict research and practice. Divided into four sections, plus a general introduction and conclusion, the Handbook focuses on contexts in which conflict occurs: interpersonal, organizational, community, and intercultural/international. Editors John Oetzel and Stella Ting-Toomey as well as expert researchers in the field have assembled in one resource the knowledge base of the field of conflict communication; identified the best theories, ideas, and practices of conflict communication; and provided the opportunity for scholars and practitioners to link theoretical frameworks and application tools. Key Features: Rather than focusing on a single context, the volume considers conflict in relationships and families, conflict at work, conflict in communities, and international/intercultural conflict. This breadth opens up the reader to a multitude of conflicts, and includes an understanding of how each context impacts the others. Includes a thorough review of literature on conflict communication which provides, in one resource, access to a vast amount of research Blends the art and science of conflict by integrating research and practice so that practitioners and scholars know both the theoretical explanations of conflict as well as the skills needed to address conflict Identifies the best theories, ideas, and practices of conflict communication.
Syria at Bay: Secularism, Islamism, and "Pax Americana".
  Wieland, Carsten/ 9781850658016
 
  Here the author argues that the West must not ignore Syria's robust tradition of secularism, and cautions that US attempts to undermine the current regime may, paradoxically, embolden the Islamists and help the regime to maintain its authoritarian grip on power.
Confronting Iran: The Failure of American Foreign Policy and the Roots of Mistrust.
  Ansari, Ali M./ 9781850658092
 
 
British Consul, The: Heir to a Great Tradition.
  Dickie, John/ 9781850658290
 
 
VA03-103-25 Contest for the South China Sea.
  Samuels, Marwyn/ 9780415361699
 
  Wide-ranging and fully documented, this book is the first detailed study of the origins, contexts and consequences of the long-standing dispute between China, Taiwan, Vietnam and the Philippines over the Paracel and Spratly Archipelagos in the South China Sea - one of the world's most strategically important inter-ocean basins and China's southern maritime frontier. Samuels' analysis: * Highlights the impact of the shifting balance of power in Asia and the growing competition for oceanic resources * Examines the implications of the dispute in terms of the historical and modern role of china as a maritime power in Asia.
VA03-103-24 Sino-Russian Relations: A Short History.
  Quested, R. K. I./ 9780415361682
 
  This book provides a systematic history of Sino-Russian relations, a history which is invaluable in forming an understanding of relations between the two nations today. Becoming neighbours in the seventeenth century, their changing relations in peace and war, in isolation, cooperation and confrontation have steadily assumed a greater importance in world politics and become increasingly important to the stability of international relations.
VA03-103-22 Within the Four Seas: The Dialogue of East and West.
  Needham, Joseph/ 9780415361668
 
  Contains some of Joseph Needham's most significant essays, lectures and broadcasts on the history of Chinese science, technology and culture. Also included are some more personal thoughts stimulated by his own travels and experiences in China, including a number of poems. The book discusses the valuable social and intellectual influences which have flowed to Europe from South as well as East Asia, and suggests that the events of the twentieth century were a natural development of Chinese history, not a deviation from it.
VA03-103-13 China's Foreign Relations since 1949.
  Lawrance, Alan/ 9780415361576
 
  This volume presents the documentary evidence for understanding the evolution of China's foreign relations since the inauguration of the People's Republic in 1949. Over seventy documentary extracts cover the years 1949-1947. They include selections from statements and reports, conference resolutions, the speeches of Mao Tse-tung, Chou En-lai and other Chinese leaders, and editorials from People's Daily and Red Flag. Western commentators such as Edgar Snow and Neal Ascherson are also represented, however most of the material is from Chinese sources. Particular attention is given to: · Sino-American relations · The Sino-Soviet rift · The development of Peking's strategy towards Asia, Africa and Western Europe.
SB03-323 State of the World 2005.
  / 9781844071623
 
  State of the World 2005 takes a new and deeper look at the theme that has dominated international politics since 9/11: security. Not the armed conflicts that occur when it breaks down, but the underlying social, economic and environmental pressures which determine how threatened and vulnerable people feel. These include food, water, other natural resources, exposure to environmental change and health threats. Without equitable and sustainable management of these conditions, lasting security cannot be achieved. The result is a fascinating and illuminating volume that offers a new definition of security and the means to achieve it. Published annually in 28 languages, each edition draws on the breadth of expertise of the Worldwatch Institute's team of writers and researchers. State of the World is relied upon by national governments, UN agencies, development workers and law-makers for its authoritative and up-to-the-minute analysis and information. It is essential for anyone concerned with building a positive, global future.
Saudia Arabia in the Balance: Political Economy, Society, Foreign Affairs.
  Aarts, Paul/ 9781850658030
 
 
VB02-73 War, 6-Vols/Set.
  Diehl, Paul F./ 9781412903738
 
  This four-volume collection is the first to bring together the world's seminal writings on war. Edited and introduced by Paul F. Diehl, the volumes constitute eighty-five selections thematically organised across four volumes: - Concepts, Measurement and Patterns - General Theoretical Approaches and Domestic Factors - National, Dyadic and Systemic Correlates of Conflict - The Moderation and Outcomes of Conflict. Volume 1: Introduces and reviews the key conceptual and definitional issues, identifies the major historical patterns, and signals future trends. Volume 2: Reviews the major theoretical approaches to conflict together with the key decision-making models, and provides an overview of the domestic political influences on war, such as military technology, gender and environmental conditions. Volume 3: Focuses on the correlates of conflict at three levels: within individual states; between pairs of states; and at a systemic level. Topics covered include regime change, culture, arms races, geography, the role of alliances, and power distributions. Volume 4: Examines the main theories of conflict moderation: democratic peace; trade and interdependence; deterrence; and international institutions. The final sections review the expansion, settlement and renewal of conflict. Together the volume sets combine to provide an unparalleled resource providing both broad coverage of the subject and historical depth and contemporary relevance.
VB02-71 Encyclopedia of Public Relations, 2-Vols/Set.
  Heath, Robert L./ 9780761927334
 
  The two-volume Encyclopedia of Public Relations, arranged alphabetically, contains nearly 450 entries spanning all aspects of the public relations field - from theory and practice to history, including the great, famous, and infamous practitioners. With contributions from internationally recognized professors, scholars and practitioners, this encyclopedia will be a must-have for any library with collections in business, management, communication, and journalism. It will provide students, scholars, and educated lay readers a sound, insightful, and appreciative view of what public relations is and does as well as the ethical challenges it must meet to be seen as a positive force in society. Topics Covered - Crisis Communication and Management - Cyberspace - Ethics - Global Public Relations - Groups - History - Jargon - Management - Media - News - Organizations - Practitioners - "Relations" - Reports - Research and Analysis - Theories and Models
VB02-70 Encyclopedia of International Development.
  Forsyth, Tim/ 9780415253420
 
  The Encyclopedia of International Development is a large-scale work that concentrates on presenting explanations of thematic concepts and debates associated with 'development', both as an academic field of study and an activity engaged in by governments and aid agencies around the world, thus providing theoretical context and organizational background for the subject. Since the 1960s, most industrialized countries of Europe and North America have identified international development as a routine part of government policy. Today, the practise international development is still growing and also becoming more complex as more and more countries engage in development, and international development addresses further, an ever-larger range of activities. Furthermore, many non-governmental and private sector agencies are now also emerging to undertake development work in addition to government bureaux. This growth has been matched by an increase in academic research into the subject, and a mounting number of universities offer degree courses in International Development. This title will be an essential purchase for public and academic libraries, international organizations, charities, government departments as well as students and academics in the field of international development.
VB02-69 Japan and North America: RoutledgeCurzon Library of Modern Japan, 2-Vols/Set.
  Krauss, Ellis/ 9780415275149
 
  This collection makes available key articles on the Japan-North American relationship from the Meiji era to the present. Volume one focuses on the necessity of Japanese modernization post-1868 and examines the build-up to the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbour. Volume two looks at the post-war period, in which US forces occupied Japan and were instrumental in its rebuilding as an economic superpower. In the years following this Japan and North America enjoyed a close yet occasionally fraught relationship, as competitors and allies. Volume two also examines the cultural ramifications of the influence of North America on Japan, and vice versa. Volume I: First Contacts to the Pacific War Volume II: The Postwar
VA05-137 SAGE Handbook of Media Studies, The.
  Downing, John D. H./ 9780761921691
 
  The SAGE Handbook of Media Studies provides a state-of-the-art overview of media research and examines the theories, practices, and future of media studies. Editors John D.H. Downing, Denis McQuail, Philip Schlesinger, and Ellen Wartella have brought together a variety of U.S. and international contributors to provide a universal viewpoint of the increasingly diverse and globalized media studies field. The Handbook offers a comprehensive review of today's burgeoning field of media studies and examines five distinct areas including basic approaches to date, methods of media research, perspectives on media in society, the media mosaic, and the audience. It is an ideal resource for graduate courses in media studies, as well as an excellent addition to any academic library.
VB02-72 Europa's Regional Surveys of the World, 9-Vols/Set.
  / 9781857431957
 
  These comprehensive surveys bring together a unique collection of information, from description and analysis of the principal issues affecting each region, to statistical data and directory information. They provide a combination of contemporary material and important historical perspective to offer a definitive guide to all regions of the world. Meticulously researched and updated every year by Europa's experienced editorial team, the Regional Surveys of the World are an indispensable information source on which you can rely.
VB02-41 Great Game, The: Britain and Russia in Central Asia, 8-Vols/Set.
  Ewans, Martin/ 9780415316385
 
  The Great Game: Britain and Russia in Central Asia is a collection of key works written in the course of the nineteenth century, when Central Asia was the focus of a political and diplomatic confrontation between Britain and Russia. While the confrontation lasted, commentators on both sides wrote voluminously about their perceptions of the opposing threat. Soldiers and other adventurers also traversed the region, to gather intelligence and engage with local rulers, and their accounts of their travels are an important part of the picture. Official documents are also a vital source of insights into the private perceptions of both governments. In selecting items for this collection, the aim has been to include those that are both important in themselves and representative of others of a similar type. There were, for example, a large number of British writers who expatiated at length on the Russian threat, and it would be superfluous to include other than those whose works were of a seminal nature. The era of the 'Great Game' divides itself conveniently into three parts. The first stretched from the early years of the century to the disastrous intervention in Afghanistan which is known as the First Anglo-Afghan War, 1939-42. The second spanned the period between that conflict and the Second Anglo-Afghan War, 1878-80, while the third terminated with the Anglo-Russian Convention of 1907, which effectively marked the end of the confrontation.
VB02-30 Encyclopedia of The United Nations and International Agreements, 4-Vols/Set.
  Osmanczyk, Edmund Jan/ 9780415939201
 
  This new edition of the most comprehensive and detailed reference ever published on the United Nations thoroughly revises and updates the 1990 edition. It demystifies the workings of this multifaceted world body with accessible articles on every country, organization, office, and department within the United Nations as well as on every nongovernmental organization, committee, and joint effort (such as peacekeeping operations) that is in any way connected to the United Nations. It also defines every international treaty since the founding of the League of Nations and gives lengthy quotations or the full text of many treaties, depending on their importance. The extensive cross-referencing will help users navigate the many acronyms and multiple names of organizations, treaties, and meetings, and a thorough, analytical index will provide another access point.
Suits and Uniforms: Turkish Foreign Policy since the Cold War.
  Robins, Philip/ 9781850656760
 
  This text examines the origins, organic political make-up and direction of Turkish foreign policy since the Cold War. Using four case studies, the author contends that since 1989 domestic factors - history, security, ideology and political economy - have determined foreign policy.
VB02-15 Handbook of International Relations.
  Carlsnaes, Walter/ 9780761963042
 
  This major new Handbook provides a state-of-the-art review and indispensable guide to the study of international relations. It draws together a team of the world's leading and outstanding scholars to provide the first authoritative and comprehensive survey to the field. Divided into three parts, the volume reviews both the historical, philosophical, analytical and normative roots to the discipline and the key contemporary topics of research and debate today. The first part introduces the major approaches within the field and unpacks many of the on-going debates within the discipline including those between rationalist and constructivist approaches. The second part moves on to explore the key concepts and contextual factors important to the subject from concepts like the state and power, to international and transnational actors, debates around globalization, and contending feminist perspectives. The final part reviews a number of the key substantive issues in international relations and is designed to complement the analytical tools and perspectives presented in Parts I and II. Examples of the many topics included are: foreign policy; war and peace; security; nationalism and ethnicity; finance; trade; development; the environment; and human rights.
 

 

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