The new world disorder : reflections of a European

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The new world disorder : reflections of a European

by Tzvetan Todorov ; preface by Stanley Hoffmann ; translated by Andrew Brown

Polity, 2005

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Other Title

Le nouveau désordre mondial

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Originally published: Paris : Robert Laffont , c2003

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This illuminating analysis by one of the world's leading intellectuals addresses fundamental questions about the new world disorder exemplified by the war on terrorism, the Iraq conflict and its aftermath and the current state of transatlantic relations. In eight concise chapters, Todorov discusses the use of force versus diplomacy, the emergence of new powers and the reactions of different players such as the UK, France, Poland and the United Nations, to the imperialist turn in US foreign policy. He argues that a new Europe is capable of reducing its dependence on the United States and assuming more responsibilities in the area of foreign affairs, would be the most effective way of counter-balancing America's current dominance of global politics. Drawing on his vast knowledge of history and philosophy, Todorov has written an insightful and timely book that, without simplyfying the issues, is accessible to all.

Table of Contents

Preface Translator's Note Introduction Chapter 1: The reason for the war Chapter 2: The neo-fundamentalists Chapter 3: The fragility of the empire Chapter 4: In praise of pluralism Chapter 5: Might or right? Chapter 6: A tranquil power Chapter 7: European values Chapter 8: Adapting institutions Notes Index

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  • NCID
    BA72128921
  • ISBN
    • 0745633692
    • 0745633684
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Original Language Code
    fre
  • Place of Publication
    Cambridge
  • Pages/Volumes
    viii, 88 p
  • Size
    22 cm
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