{"product_id":"the-united-nations-in-the-21st-century-9780367481551","title":"The United Nations in the 21st Century","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe United Nations in the 21st Century,Sixth Edition provides a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the UN, exploring its historical, institutional, and theoretical foundations, as well as major global trends and challenges. It has been thoroughly revised and expanded to include two new chapters on the UN and the environment and on human security, and enhanced analysis of theoretical perspectives. It is the perfect reference for students and practitioners of international organizations, global governance, and international relations. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 400 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 08 March 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe United Nations in the 21st Century,Sixth Edition, is a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the United Nations (UN). It delves into the historical, institutional, and theoretical foundations of the UN, as well as the major global trends and challenges it faces in the present day. These challenges encompass changing major power dynamics, emerging threats to peace and security, the ongoing migration and refugee crises, the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the urgent existential challenges of climate change and sustainability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis revised and expanded edition has been thoroughly updated to include two new chapters on the UN's role in addressing environmental issues and human security. These chapters cover topics such as health, food security, global migration, and human trafficking, providing a deeper understanding of these critical areas. The analysis of theoretical perspectives, including post-colonialism, feminist theory, constructivism, and non-Western views, has been enhanced, offering a more comprehensive understanding of international relations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, new content has been added to address the UN's budget crisis, public-private partnerships, and the significant role of women in the organization. By examining the UN as an intergovernmental organization tasked with addressing global economic, social, and environmental interdependencies alongside the rise of nationalism and populism, this text serves as an invaluable reference for students and practitioners of international organizations, global governance, and international relations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe United Nations in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of the world body's role in shaping global affairs. It offers a valuable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking to understand the complexities of international relations and the challenges facing the world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 254 x 178 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367481551\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 ed\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karen A. Mingst,Margaret P. Karns,Alynna J. Lyon","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105115468026,"sku":"9780367481551","price":39.02,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1648207210283_book.jpg?v=1648323044","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-united-nations-in-the-21st-century-9780367481551","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}