United Nations (World Organizations) - Hardcover

Linda Melvern

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0749636939 ISBN 13: 9780749636937

Publisher: Orchard/Watts Group, 2001

Synopsis

WORLD ORGANISATIONS is a new series which gives a comprehensive look at the role key international organisations have in improving the lives of people around the world. It looks at the structure and beginnings of each organisation. Case studies give examples of the organisation in action. UNITED NATIONS looks at when, where and how the UN can and can't help to bring peace around the world, and help to avoid war. It also looks at the work of its key specialized agencies in alleviating the suffering of some of the world's poorest people.

About this title

About the Author:

Linda Melvern is a journalist and the author of a new book on the UN for the adult market. She used to write for the Sunday Times. Jillian Powell is an experienced children's non-fiction writer and has writen many books on social issues for the educational market.

From Booklist:

Reviewed with Jillian Powell's World Wildlife Fund.

Gr. 3-5. The format of these books in the World Organizations series is somewhat like a Web page: blocks of text share space with photos, checklists (in Melvern's book), and information boxes. The design will greatly appeal to some kids; others may have trouble following along. Melvern quickly introduces the history, structure, mission, agencies, and programs of the United Nations, as well as the difficulties it has in achieving its goals. Powell's World Wildlife Fund, one of a few books on this subject for this age group, supplies some history but focuses mostly on projects and partnerships with governments and conservation organizations concerned with biodiversity. Problems it is up against are outlined in boxed insets, and "Spotlight" segments briefly describe projects underway. Captioned photos in both books, most in full color, are diverse and packed with human-interest detail. Both books have a glossary and addresses to contact; the U.N. book also notes a few further readings. Many readers will find these good jumping-off places for research. Stephanie Zvirin
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About this edition

• Publisher: Orchard/Watts Group
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0749636939
• ISBN 13: 9780749636937
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 32