This encyclopaedic-style guide to international relations and diplomacy consists of 900 entries, arranged broadly by key concepts, such as diplomatic relations, diplomatic agreements, force and diplomacy, doctrines, policies and tactics. It moves from the general and structural issues of the global system to more detailed events, crises and war. The book draws together a large quantity of background and contextual information on the evolution and functioning of the global international system, covering the time period from the Vienna Congress in 1815 to the end of the 20th century.
Author Biography
Michael Fry is Professor of IR, University of Southern California. Erik Goldstein is Professor of IR, Boston University. Richard Langhome is Professor of IR and Director of the Center for International Change and Governance, Rutgers University.
