Evgeny Roshchin
Friendship Among Nations: History of a Concept
Friendship Among Nations: History of a Concept
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This book explores the role of friendship in diplomacy and international politics, examining how it has been talked about and practised in pre-modern and modern systems. It highlights how friendship was instrumental for describing and legitimising political and legal engagements with foreign countries, based on the idea of utility.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 08 September 2020
Publisher: Manchester University Press
This groundbreaking book is the first comprehensive exploration of the profound impact of friendship on diplomacy and international politics. By delving into a vast array of sources, spanning from diplomatic letters and bilateral treaties to poems and philosophical treatises, the author conducts a thorough analysis of how friendship has been conceptualized and practiced in pre-modern political orders and modern systems of international relations.
The study underscores the crucial role that friendship played in shaping and legitimizing various political and legal interactions with foreign countries and nations. It emphasizes the contractual and political dimensions of diplomatic friendship, grounded in the notion of utility. These functions of the concept play a vital role in maintaining global stability, particularly when collective institutions are either nascent or no longer existent.
Through its comprehensive examination, the book sheds light on the complex dynamics and nuances of friendship in the realm of diplomacy and international politics. It offers valuable insights into the ways in which friendships have been forged, maintained, and leveraged for achieving common goals and promoting mutual understanding. Moreover, the book explores the ethical and moral considerations that arise in the context of diplomatic friendship, highlighting the challenges and dilemmas faced by policymakers and diplomats in navigating the complex web of relationships.
In conclusion, this groundbreaking book is a must-read for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationship between friendship and international politics. It provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the role that friendship plays in shaping the world's diplomatic landscape, and offers valuable insights into the strategies and tactics employed by nations in building and sustaining friendships across borders.
Weight: 420g
Dimension: 236 x 156 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526116468
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