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Stiles, Kendall W., Case Histories in International Politics, Second Edition*
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This book describes modern problems and key concepts in the study of international relations. With 26 case studies, it provides a narrative background to recent historical developments. Focusing on the relations between the great powers, conflicts in the periphery, and the relationships between justice and money, chapters consider specific countries, regions, crises, institutions, and controversies. These include: Pearl Harbor, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the military-industrial complex, SALT I, the Persian Gulf War, the United Nations, the Nuremberg Trials, decolonization in Africa, Apartheid, sweatshops, third world debt, and the international landmine ban. Stiles teaches at Loyola University of Chicago. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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