The World Since 1945: A History of International Relations - Softcover

McWilliams, Wayne C.; Piotrowski, Harry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1626370745 ISBN 13: 9781626370746

Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers, Inc., 2014

Synopsis

New emphasis on the impacts of globalization, events in the Middle East, and political and economic changes in East Asia―as well as new information and maps throughout―are among the features of this thoroughly revised edition of The World Since 1945.The text traces the major political, economic, and ideological patterns that have evolved in the global arena from the end of World War II to the present, providing the background needed for a solid understanding of contemporary international relations. Written to be student friendly, it has made its place as the text of choice in scores of introductory IR and world history courses.

About this title

About the Author:

Wayne C. McWilliams and Harry Piotrowski are emeritus professors in the Department of History at Towson University.

Review:

Clearly conceived, written with verve and moral commitment, it should be welcomed by student readers. (World History Bulletin)

McWilliams and Piotrowski provide a thoughtful and integrated appreciation of a huge topic and have produced a book that deserves a wide readership. (Australia and World Affairs)

Exceedingly effective.... [The authors provide] a coherent summary of international history during the Cold War and beyond. (Journal of World History)

About this edition

• Publisher: Lynne Rienner Publishers, Inc.
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1626370745
• ISBN 13: 9781626370746
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 620