The United Nations at the end of the 1990s
By: Peter R. Baehr and Leon Gordenker.
Contributors: Gordenker, Leon, 1923-; Baehr, P. R.; Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. Center of International Studies.
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 203
Subjects: United Nations.; International cooperation.; International relations.
Description: As the UN continues to demonstrate the potential for new vitality, this new edition of the most concise introduction to the United Nations provides the essential information and background to half-a-century of the world organization's experience. It sets out the fundamental features of the structure of the UN and traces the political developments around such topics as maintaining international peace, protecting human rights, and improving economic welfare.

The book provides essential information and analysis for students and lecturers in international politics, international relations, strategic and security studies and peace studies. It will be of use to policy-makers and practitioners in international politics in international organizations, foreign ministries and diplomatic embassies.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-196) and index.
Rev. ed. of: The United Nations in the 1990s. 2nd ed. 1994.
"Written under the auspices of the Center of International Studies, Princeton University."