United Nations (20th Century Perspectives) - Softcover

Stewart Ross

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0431120102 ISBN 13: 9780431120102

Publisher: Heinemann Library, 2003

Synopsis

Examines the founding of the United Nations, its work in peace-keeping, human rights, and human welfare, and its methods of functioning

About this title

About the Author:

Stewart Ross is a Heinemann-Raintree author.

From School Library Journal:

Grade 6 Up-- In an attractive format, this sturdy volume discusses the history of the United Nations from pre-League of Nations days to the present. The text is clear and well organized. Included are a general history, the structure of the UN, specific case studies of UN involvement, and special world problems of concern to the UN. A cursory look at some of the UN's specialized international organizations--such as the World Health Organization--is also included. The U. S. decision to withdraw from UNESCO in 1984 is briefly discussed in terms of the official reasons and some possible additional motives. In this context, a reference to the "hostility of the Reagan administration to the UN" goes without further explanation. This is an unfortunate slip in an otherwise balanced, unbiased overview of the situation. Black-and-white or color illustrations or photographs are found on every page; in the section on case studies, the colorful maps are particularly helpful in clarifying information. Similar in scope and reading level to the Woods' The United Nations (Watts, 1985), this title is more visually appealing and offers chronologies and an arrangement that will attract students. --Marilyn Long Graham, Jacksonville Public Libraries, FL
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About this edition

• Publisher: Heinemann Library
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0431120102
• ISBN 13: 9780431120102
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48