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United Nations in Action
An introduction to the United Nations which illustrates the organization "in action" through a selection of case studies organized into six parts. The first part describes the institutional shape of the UN, including its purpose, principles, and structure. Subsequent sections provide case studies divided by type of activity, including peacekeeping and collective security; nuclear questions; human rights; new nations; and new initiatives in the face of global changes. Each chapter provides a brief guide to complex facts and legislation. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Terrorism
What is terrorism and where does it come from? Who are the people who perpetrate terror? What are their motives? Terrorism is now everybody's major and constant fear. This easy-to-read, concise account of terrorism provides the essential global guide to understanding what the threat is and exactly where it comes from. Without this knowledge, argues David Whittaker, there can be no way forward in prevention and control. The book looks in particular at how terrorism has shaped and been shaped by the past half century, the driving forces behind it, the methods, the psychology and the money. Originally written in the aftermath of September 11, the book has now been updated to reflect how our understanding of and reaction to terrorism has moved on in the past few years. The Where to Find Out More section at the end will also be thoroughly updated to include recent websites and publications on the subject.
Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart
Offering an insight into African culture that had not been portrayed before, Things Fall Apart is the tragic story of an individual set in the wider context of colonialism, as well as a powerful and complex political statement of cross-cultural encounters. This guide offers an accessible introduction to the text and contexts of Things Fall Apart, surveying the many interpretations of the text from publication to the present and the critical material that surrounds it.
Asylum Seekers and Refugees in the Contemporary World
Examining a number of case studies, including Palestinian, Afghan and Iraqi refugees, David J. Whittaker’s book provides a balanced introduction to this very controversial subject. Fuelled by extensive coverage in the media, the issue of asylum seekers and refugees is one of the most talked about subjects in contemporary politics. Whittaker cuts through the emotive language to give an objective introduction to the subject. Asylum Seekers and Refugees in the Contemporary World discusses the international as well as national implications of the issue, and the book looks in detail at the issue as it has affected Britain and Europe in particular, as well as including material on the UN and its response to the refugee ‘problem’. Including a final statement on the British government’s 2005 proposals for dealing with refugees, this volume is essential reading for all students of the history of the modern world and is ideal for newcomers to the subject.
Terrorists and Terrorism in the Contemporary World
The first introductory book to focus on terrorists themselves, looking at the mindset, motivation and tactics of a variety of terrorist groupd.
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Think Before You Think
Stafford Beer was one of the foremost holistic thinkers of the second half twentieth century. He pioneered the use of cybernetics and systems theory to increase our awareness and understanding of how complex systems learn, adapt and evolve - or fail. The editor has selected pieces that exhibit Beer's major ideas for the transformation of self and society - they have a timeless relevance for a world in permanent distress.
Counter-terrorism and Human Rights
"This book provides an introduction to the issues raised by controversial counter-terrorist measures since 9/11. Weighing up the competing claims of civil liberties versus global security, it sheds a light on the unpredictable new world in which we now find ourselves." "From the emergence of terrorist training camps to the controversy over Guantanamo Bay and the fierce debates surrounding new anti-terrorism laws, global responses to terrorism affect us all. In this book, David J. Whittaker explores the realities behind the attention-grabbing headlines by examining counter-terrorism principles, legislation and operational tactics. He does so with particular reference to Europe and the United States - without neglecting Africa and South East Asia - to provide a balanced introduction to the subject." --Book Jacket.
Off the Road
Neal Cassady was a living legend immortalized in the bible of the Beat generation, Jack Kerouac's "On the Road." In this vivid account of the people who brought this country into the 1960s, Neal's wife captures the turbulence and raw excitement of her years with Cassady, Kerouac, and poet Allen Ginsberg.
