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Book SynopsisOver fifty years ago governments established the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to protect the world''s refugees. The UNHCR was created to be a human rights and advocacy organization. But governments also created the agency to promote regional and international stability and to serve the interests of states. Consequently, the UNHCR has always trod a perilous path between its mandate to protect refugees and asylum seekers and the demands placed upon it by states to be a relevant actor in world politics. This is the first independent history of the UNHCR. Gil Loescher, one of the world''s leading experts on refugee affairs, draws upon decades of personal experience and research to examine the origins and evolution of the UNHCR as well as to identify many of the major challenges facing the organization in the years ahead. A key focus is to examine the extent to which the evolution of the UNHCR has been framed by the crucial events of international poliTrade ReviewGill Loescher is overwhelmingly good on the decision-making of past High Commissioners as it relates to the international operations of the UNHCR, and the internal bureaucracy of the UNHCR insofar as this affects its operational capacity. In its detail on those operations Loescher's book does exactly what it says on the tin, and is the superlative modern political history of the UNHCR. * International and Comparative Law Quarterly *Aside from being a masterful overview of UNHCR and the evolution of the refugee crisis over the last fifty years, this book is a remarkable example of the blending of disciplinary approaches. I should imagine it will be of particular value to postgraduates and academics in International Relations or Political Science, but will also prove valuable for scholars in related disciplines, including Geography, Sociology and History. It should also be required reading for every employee of UNHCR. It is well-written, smartly produced and the bibliography and index are valuable props. * Millennium: Journal of International Studies *Gil Loescher provides the first systematic analysis of [the] remarkable transformation of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) ... In writing this volume, he has had access to UNHCR documents and staff that I imagine is unique for an academic, and has also interviewed a number of the previous High Commissioners. Still, he has maintained his independence and has produced a balanced analysis that is critical when it is needed. * Millennium: Journal of International Studies *Table of Contents1. The UNHCR at 50: State Pressures and Institutional Autonomy ; 2. International Recognition of Refugees ; 3. The Cold War Origins of the UNHCR under Gerrit Jan van Heuven Goedhart ; 4. The Emerging Independence of the UNHCR under Auguste Lindt ; 5. 'The Good Offices' and Expansion into Africa under Felix Schnyder ; 6. The Global Expansion of the UNHCR under Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan ; 7. The New Cold War and the UNCHR under Poul Hartling ; 8. The UNHCR's 'New Look', Financial Crisis, and Collapse of Morale under Jean-Pierre Hocke and Thorvald Stoltenberg ; 9. The Post-Cold War Era and the UNHCR under Sadako Ogata ; 10. Towards the Future: the UNHCR in the Twenty-First Century

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Book SynopsisThe picture of Brussels-based bureaucrats exercising wide-ranging, arbitrary executive powers with no accountability is one of the favourite images conjured by Eurosceptics across the political spectrum. What truth is there in the image? This book aims to bring the EU''s executive powers out of the shadows by mapping the evolution and current form of the EU''s various executive actors, their powers, and the mechanisms for holding them accountable. In doing so it provides a rich understanding of the way in which the EU''s institutional and legal framework fits within national constitutional presumptions about how power should be controlled and accountability achieved.Covering both the political executive and the administrative executive at the EU institutional level, the book analyses their relationship with national executive power, and traces the historical evolution of executive order in Europe from the Peace of Westphalia through classic inter-governmental organizations to the allegTrade ReviewThis book takes a holistic approach; rather than providing an in-depth analysis of a particlar institution, Curtin analyses the political and administrative branches of the Council and the Commission as well as non-majoritarian agencies. It is the inclusive approach that makes this well written and clearly structured book stand out from other studies in the area. * Helena Ekelund, University of Nottingham, Political Studies Review *Table of ContentsI TOPOGRAPHY AND LAYERED SEDIMENTS; II TIDES OF EU REFORM; III A LIVING EU CONSTITUTION

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Book SynopsisThis is the first major exploration of the United Nations Security Council''s part in addressing the problem of war, both civil and international, since 1945. Both during and after the Cold War the Council has acted in a limited and selective manner, and its work has sometimes resulted in failure. It has not been - and was never equipped to be - the centre of a comprehensive system of collective security. However, it remains the body charged with primary responsibility for international peace and security. It offers unique opportunities for international consultation and military collaboration, and for developing legal and normative frameworks. It has played a part in the reduction in the incidence of international war in the period since 1945.This study examines the extent to which the work of the UN Security Council, as it has evolved, has or has not replaced older systems of power politics and practices regarding the use of force. Its starting point is the failure to implement the UTrade ReviewA useful reference work that supplements smaller studiesSumming Up: Recommended. * Choice, Apr 2011 *A definitive interdisciplinary work on an important subject ... The depth of knowledge and experience provides fascinating and essential reading for anyone interested in the area of international peace and security, regardless of their disciplinary background and whether practitioner or academic * Christian Henderson in International and Comparative Law Quarterly *The United Nations Security Council and War is an essential work, full of astute observations. Set apart by the wealth of ideas and diversity of viewpoints, this edited collection provides a seminal and well-balanced account of the Security Council's dealing with war since 1945. * Robin Geiss in German Yearbook of International Law *a magnificent achievement... this book will stand out as an indispensable tool in the vast literature on the UN Security Council, set apart by the quality of its research, the wealth of extensive and carefully researched data it contains, as well as the diversity of viewpoints it offers. * Professor Gilles Andréani in Survival *An incredible achievement, magisterial and definitive. This is an essential work on anyone's bookshelf. * Professor Lawrence Freedman, June 2008 *this excellent edited collection ... consistently high standard we should not forget that for better or worse the UN can only work well when its Great Powers work together. Analysts and policy-makers alike would be better prepared to bring this about if they read this important new book. * Professor Paul Williams, International Affairs *This substantial, comprehensive, and authoritative volume contains 28 chapters by leading academics, lawyers, and practitioners, plus detailed appendices covering UN resolutions, sanctions, and operations. * Foreign Affairs, December 2008 *That the book will stand as an authoritative piece is not in doubt. * Dr Kennedy Graham, University of Canterbury New Zealand Yearbook of International law *Table of Contents1. Introduction ; PART I: THE FRAMEWORK ; 2. A Council for All Seasons: The Creation of the Security Council and Its Relevance Today ; 3. The Charter Limitations on the Use of Force: Theory and Practice ; 4. Proposals for UN Standing Forces: A Critical History ; PART II: THE ROLES OF THE SECURITY COUNCIL ; 5. The Great Powers and the Security Council ; 6. The Security Council, the General Assembly, and War: The Uniting for Peace Resolution ; 7. The Security Council and Peacekeeping ; 8. The Sanctions Era: Themes and Trends in UN Security Council Sanctions since 1990 ; 9. The Authorization by the Security Council of Regional Arrangements to Use Force: The Case of NATO ; 10. The Security Council in the Post-Cold War World ; PART III: CASE STUDIES ; 11. The United Nations, the Security Council, and the Korean War ; 12. The Suez Crisis and the British Dilemma at the United Nations ; 13. The Security Council and the Arab-Israeli Wars: Responsibility without Power ; 14. The Security Council and the India-Pakistan Wars ; 15. The Security Council and the Question of East Timor' ; 16. The Security Council and the Iran-Iraq War ; 17. The Security Council and the 1991 and 2003 Iraq Wars ; 18. The Security Council and the Wars in the former Yugoslavia ; 19. The Security Council and the Bosnia Conflict: A Practitioner's View ; 20. The Security Council and Afghanistan ; 21. The Security Council and Three Wars in West Africa ; 22. The Security Council in the Wings: Exploring the Non-Involvement of the Security Council in Wars ; PART IV: THE SECURITY COUNCIL AND THE CHANGING CHARACTER OF WAR ; 23. The Different Functions of the Security Council with Respect to Humanitarian Law ; 24. The Security Council and Interventions with Humanitarian Purposes ; 25. The Security Council and International Administration of War-Torn and Contested Territories ; 26. The Security Council and International Law on Military Occupations ; 27. The Security Council and Terrorism ; 28. The Security Council and the Use of Private Force ; Appendices ; 1. UN Peacekeeping Operations, 1945 - 2006 ; 2. UN Forces, Missions, and Institutions not Classified as Peacekeeping Operations, 1945 - 2006 ; 3. UN-Authorized Military Operations, 1945 - 2006 ; 4. UN-Authorized Sanctions, 1945 - 2006 ; 5. Vetoed Security Council Resolutions, 1945 - 2006 ; 6. Uses of the Uniting for Peace Resolution, 1950 - 2006 ; 7. List of Armed Conflicts and Crises, 1945 - 2006

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Book SynopsisThe prohibition of the use of force is one of the most crucial elements of the international legal order. Our understanding of that rule was both advanced and challenged during the period commencing with the termination of the Iran-Iraq war and the invasion of Kuwait, and concluding with the invasion and occupation of Iraq. The initial phase was characterized by hopes for a functioning collective security system administered by the United Nations as part of a New World Order. The liberation of Kuwait, in particular, was seen by some as a powerful vindication of the prohibition of the use of force and of the UN Security Council. However, the operation was not really conducted in accordance with the requirements for collective security established in the UN Charter. In a second phase, an international coalition launched a humanitarian intervention operation, first in the north of Iraq, and subsequently in the south. That episode is often seen as the fountainhead of the post-Cold War claiTable of Contents1. Introduction: The Vision of the New World Order and its Collapse ; 2. Iraq and Kuwait 1990/1 ; 3. Forcible Humanitarian Action and the Aerial Exclusion Zones ; 4. The Use of Force in Relation to Iraqi Disarmament Obligations 1991-1998 ; 5. Resolution 1441 (2002) and the 2003 Invasion of Iraq ; 6. The Role of International Law in UK Decision-Making ; 7. Conclusion: The Use of Force in International Law after Iraq

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Book SynopsisThe Oxford Handbook of Local and Regional Democracy in Europe analyses the state of play of democracy at the subnational level in the 27 member states of the EU plus Norway and Switzerland. It places subnational democracy in the context of the distinctive Anglo, the French, the German, and Scandinavian state traditions in Europe asking to what extent these are still relevant today. The Handbook adapts Lijphart''s theory of democracy and applies it to the subnational levels in all the country chapters. A key theoretical issue is whether subnational (regional and local) democracy is derived from national democracy or whether it is legitimate in its own right. Besides these theoretical concerns it focuses on the practice of democracy: the roles of political parties and interest groups and also how subnational political institutions relate to the ordinary citizen. This can take the form of local referendums or other mechanisms of participation. The Handbook reveals a wide variety of practiTable of ContentsPART I THE BRITISH ISLES; PART II THE RHINELANDIC STATES; PART III THE NORDIC STATES; PART IV THE SOUTHERN EUROPEAN STATES; PART V THE NEW DEMOCRACIES; PART VI CONCLUSIONS

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Book SynopsisThe Handbook provides a broad introduction to Swedish politics, and how Sweden's political system and policies have evolved over the past few decades.Table of ContentsSECTION 1: THE POLITICS OF THE WELFARE STATE (SECTION EDITOR: BO ROTHSTEIN); SECTION 2: CONSTITUTIONAL DESIGN (SECTION EDITOR: SHIRIN AHLBACK OBERG); SECTION 3: THE PARTY SYSTEM (SECTION EDITORS: HANNA BACK AND GISSUR ERLINGSSON); SECTION 4: ELECTORAL BEHAVIOUR (SECTION EDITORS: SOREN HOLMBERG AND HENRIK EKENGREN OSCARSSON); SECTION 5: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (SECTION EDITOR: GORAN SUNDSTROM); SECTION 6: SUBNATIONAL GOVERNMENT (SECTION EDITOR: ANDERS LIDSTROM); SECTION 7: SWEDEN'S INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (SECTION EDITOR: OLE ELGSTROM); SECTION 8: SWEDEN AND THE EU (SECTION EDITOR: ULRIKA MORTH); SECTION 9: THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF SWEDISH GOVERNANCE (SECTION EDITOR: JOHANNES LINDVALL); SECTION 10: POLICY MAKING IN SWEDEN (SECTION EDITOR: CARL DAHLSTROM)

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Book SynopsisIn the context of the financial and economic crisis, corporate governance and regulatory supervision failures, Laura Horn investigates one of the defining questions in social power relations in contemporary capitalism: who controls the modern corporation, and why.Trade Review'In this impressive and rigorous book, Horn examines the politics, power and paradoxes that are central to the construction and transformation of company law and corporate governance at the European Union level. Horn's lucid analysis makes an important and timely contribution. She not only denaturalises the regulatory developments linked to corporate governance but also maintains focus on the social implications of marketised corporate governance.' Susanne Soederberg, Professor and Canada Research Chair, Department of Global Development Studies & Political Studies, Queen's University, Canada 'This is an important book, not only for those interested in corporate governance issues but also for those concerned with the power of corporations in modern society. It explains how the state actively constructed the framework that supported the rise of shareholder value in the European Union. Given the dominance of the corporate governance field by micro-level econometric studies, the book provides a much-needed historical perspective on one of the most important projects in post-world war II capitalism.' Sigurt Vitols, Senior Research Fellow WZB and Senior Researcher, ETUI, Brussels In this superb book, Laura Horn has given us an incisive, carefully researched, and powerfully argued analysis of European corporate governance reform. Linking national and EU regulatory politics within the broader historical context of financial globalization, her integration of comparative and international political economy strips away the rhetoric of efficiency and 'free' markets to focus on power as the driver and the objective of corporate governance reform. John W. Cioffi, Associate Professor, University of California, RiversideTable of ContentsIntroduction Theoretical Framework Global Capitalist Restructuring and Corporate Governance Regulation in the European Political Economy Company Law in the European Union - From Industrial to Shareholder Democracy? Corporate Governance Regulation in the European Union - From Harmonisation to Marketisation The Marketisation of Corporate Control as a Political Project Corporate Governance in Crisis? Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThis edited collection brings together experts from Europe and the United States to examine how the foundering of the autocracies of Central and Eastern Europe brought about important changes in civil-military relations.Table of ContentsPreface: Manfred W orner's Legacy and NATO by Michael Ruhle Introduction by Anton Bebler International Organizations and Central-East Europe The Partnership for Peace and Civil-Military Relations in a Democracy by Allen L. Keiswetter The Security Dimensions of European Integration and the Central-East European States by Willem van Eekelen Security Policy and Democratic Control by Heinz Vetschera General Developments and Relevant Experiences Elsewhere Civil-Military Relations after the Cold War by Charles Moskos and John Allen Williams Military Reform and the Innere Fuhrung in Germany by Detlef Bald The Italian Military: Between Fascist Dictatorship and Democracy by Giuseppe Caforio The Portuguese Military in Democratic Transition by Maria Carrilho The Problems of Transition in Central-East Europe The Regionwide Perspective on Post-Communist Civil-Military Relations by Anton Bebler Military Politics and Society in Poland during the Democratic Transition by Jerzy J. Wiatr A Dispirited Army by Sandor Agocs From the Totalitarian to the Post-Totalitarian Military by %Stefan %Sarvas and Marie Vlachowa Civil-Military Relations in Slovenia by Anton Grizold The Role of the Military in Post-Totalitarian Albania by Constantine Danopoulos and Adem Copani Central European Civil-Military Relations and the Question of NATO Expansion by Jeff Simon Postscript by Anton Bebler Selected Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThe early moves from outreach toward enlargement are then explored, and then he examines how NATO sought to combine the two strands of prospective enlargement while engaging nations not seeking NATO membership, especially Russia, to prepare for coalition operations and the spread of democratic security values.Table of ContentsList of Abbreviations Introduction Falling Satellites The Hand of Friendship The "Coup" against Gorbachev The North Atlantic Cooperation Council An Arms-Length Friendship? Peacekeeping Beyond Cooperation Associate Allies? Encounter in Warsaw and the Secret Letter A Concrete Perspective Partnership for Peace A Fresh Breeze from Evere The Allies Travem:unde The Brussels Summit Presentation Aftermath A Special Partnership Main Parameters Consultations "as Appropriate" How and Why Reassurance Puzzling Evidence A Process of Examination From Noordwijk to Brussels Cold Peace? The Enlargement Study Intensified Dialogue Warning Signs The NATO Enlargement Facilitation Act Endgame Afoot One or More Enhanced Partnership The NATO-Russia Act Ukraine Affordable Stability? Closing Arguments From Paris to Madrid: The Defining Moment Conclusion and Recommendations Appendixes A: Madrid Declaration on Euro-Atlantic Security and Cooperation, July 8, 1997 B: Chronology of Principal Events C: Fundamental Principles of NATO Enlargement D: Signatories to the Partnership for Peace E: Benefits of NATO Enlargement F: Focus of Pre-Accession Military Work Notes Selected Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisDevelopment Beyond the Secular aims to provide a new resource for those interested in the study of religions and development (primarily postgraduate and academic), and for those development practitioners wishing to contextualize their discipline within a religious frame.Trade Review"This book will prove to be extremely valuable to anyone interested in debates around theology and development, and to those concerned with developing or maintaining an organisational spirituality, especially among Christian development agencies." -- Justin ThackerThe question of how to combine faith and development is critical in the struggle toward justice for every human being. How might Christianity support the work of development? How might aid organizations need to shift to reflect Christian theologies? This book addresses those questions with the case study of Christian Aid, and in particular, issues of Christology and partnership. Well-researched and excellently written, this book will be of use to theologians, development practitioners, and faith-based aid organizations. -- Thia CooperTable of Contents1. Practical Theology and Faith-based Development 2. Secular and Faith-based Development Defining development The shared origins of faith and secular development Economic growth models of development Secularization and its impact on development Faith discourses of development The capabilities approach, faith and development 3. Three Theological Voices: Discerning faith at work The three theological voices – explicit, implicit and null Christian Aid’s identity expressed through the voices Christian Aid’s values expressed through the voices Christian Aid’s theologies of international development Working with Christian Aid’s theologies of development 4. New Life in Christ: A renewed theology of development A Christology of development for a prophetic future Christ as equality: A theology of mutual partnership Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThe first comprehensive analysis and test of the theory of publicity's civilising effect.

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Book SynopsisIn this first textbook on international and European disability law and policy, Broderick and Ferri analyse the interaction between different legal systems and sources. Guided by the global legal standards of the CRPD, students are equipped with the necessary background on disability, and are given a comprehensive overview of the legal and policy frameworks on disability. The narrative maintains the balance between theory and practice, focusing on the legal framework and challenges in the realm of policy-making, and ensuring that students are aware of current legal debates and controversial issues in the field. Accommodating different learning styles, the book employs a range of accessible features which include learning outcomes for each chapter, problem questions, group activities, extracts from legal debates and more. Including case studies and examples from around the world, this book has a truly global perspective, suitable for introductory and advanced modules in law departments,Trade Review'A textbook to guide and excite students new to the subject, this book fills a large gap in the field of international and European Disability Law. It also provides an invaluable and thought-provoking resource for established scholars and others in the field.' Anna Lawson, University of Leeds'I whole-heartedly welcome this textbook on international and European Disability Law. The text, which is multidisciplinary and very accessible, provides a one-stop shop for students of Disability Law.' Aisling Parkes, University College CorkTable of ContentsPart I. The International Framework: 1. Building the foundations: disability theory and core themes; 2. The protection of the rights of persons with disabilities under international human rights law before the adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities; 3. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities; 4. Equality and non-discrimination for persons with disabilities; 5. Accessibility for persons with disabilities; 6. Legal capacity and human dignity; 7. Persons with disabilities and the justice system; 8. The right to work of persons with disabilities; 9. Disability rights, social inclusion and core policy issues; Part II. The European Union Framework: 10. Disability law and policy in the European Union; 11. Disability discrimination in European Union law; 12. Accessibility in European Union law; Part III. The Regional Frameworks: 13. Disability law and policy in the Council of Europe; 14. Disability law and policy in the inter-American human rights system; 15. Disability law and policy in the African human rights system and in the Asian transnational regime.

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Book SynopsisEuropean law has come to influence almost all fields of national law, including administrative, constitutional, contract, criminal and even tort law. But what is the European Union? How does it work? How does it produce European law? This book uses a clear framework to guide readers through all core constitutional and substantive topics of EU law. New content includes: a Brexit chapter covering the negotiation process and the possible future relationships between the United Kingdom and the European Union, new EU private international law and EU criminal law sections, and extended coverage of delegated legislation, human rights and free movement of persons. All chapters reflect judicial and legislative practice up to 31st December 2017. Key features include case extracts accompanied by extensive critical discussion of the theoretical and practical aspects of EU law, over 100 figures and tables clarifying complex topics and a companion website with full 'Lisbonised' versions of cited cas

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Book SynopsisThe Court of Justice of the European Union is the busiest court in the world. The second edition of this textbook explores why this is. It examines in detail the interactions between European Union and national institutions, instruments, laws and concepts that make up this unique legal order. It explains the core constitutional and substantive principles that underpin the European Union legal order, and introduces EU law in a detailed, comprehensive way which is both enjoyable and clear to read. It offers an up-to-date and accessible analysis of EU law and avoids technical jargon, providing informed insights on an exciting but challenging subject. Combining a historical perspective with up-to-date examples, it aims to help students appreciate how EU law developed and its continued significance in day-to-day life. This updated edition features new coverage on free movement, online resources plus additional chapters on Article 50 and EU law in the UK after Brexit.Trade Review'With this important textbook, Solanke brings a powerful voice and indispensable perspective to the study of EU law.' Daniel Halberstam, Eric Stein Collegiate Professor of Law, University of Michigan'Iyiola Solanke's textbook is an invaluable resource for undergraduate courses of EU law. It is clearly written and accessible, it focuses on the key elements in the operation of the EU institutional system and on the parts of substantive EU law that continue to be relevant for the UK even after Brexit.' Bruno de Witte, Professor of European Law, Maastricht University, and Part-time Professor of Law, European University Institute'Professor Iyiola Solanke has written a wonderful textbook which discusses EU law in a clear and engaging style. In addition to offering a comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of the Treaties and the case law of the Court of Justice of the EU (as well as Brexit and the Withdrawal Agreement), the book illuminates the social and political context of the relevant laws and institutions. It is an excellent introduction to the European Union as a whole.' Pavlos Eleftheriadis, Professor of Public Law, University of OxfordTable of ContentsPreface; Publisher's acknowledgements; Table of Cases; Table of European Union Treaties; Table of Equivalences; Table of European Union Regulations; Table of European Union Directives; Table of European Union Decisions; International Legislation; UK Legislation; List of abbreviations; 1. The history and development of the European Union; 2. Brexit and the withdrawal agreement; Part I. The EU Institutional Setting; 3. The central institutions of the EU; 4. The legislative processes; 5. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) – direct and indirect access; 6. Addressing infringements of EU law – who enforces EU law?; Part II. EU Law: Principles and Values; 7. The supremacy of EU law; 8. Direct effect, indirect effect and state liability; 9. Fundamental rights in EU law; Part III. Rights of Movement and Residence in the EU; 10. European Union citizenship; 11. Migrant union workers; Part IV. EU Internal Market Law; 12. Free movement of goods; 13. Freedom of establishment and free movement of services; Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book comprises of a range of case studies of military strategy, based on UN documents, observing and concluding the effectiveness of each individual case. Edstrom and Gyllensporre analyse the UN's military strategy, its consequences and its potential to fulfil political ambitions.Trade Review"This book is both an advocacy for better burden-sharing peacekeeping efforts and to take better into consideration military expertise. It is indeed high time that we reconcile political commitment with military efficiency." - Dr Alexandra Novosseloff, Senior Researcher at the Centre Thucydide of the University 2, Paris "Political Aspirations and Perils of Security provides a significant contribution to the study of strategic art. It breaks new ground by examining UN peace operations from a military strategic analytical context. The book's case study approach works well and sets up the background for the final discussion of how the UN processes address the fundamentals of strategy [...] This is a valuable work in gathering and synthesizing key thoughts and analysis on UN peacekeeping operations and presenting them in a clear and coherent manner." - Professor William J. Flavin, US Army War College, Carlisle, USATable of ContentsList of Tables and Figures Acknowledgements List of Abbreviations Is there Utility in Applying Military Strategy? The Evolution of UN Peace Operations Mission in Southern Europe – UNFICYP Mission in the Middle East – UNDOF Mission in the Middle East – UNIFIL Mission in Northern Africa – MINURSO Mission in Central Africa – MONUC/MONUSCO Mission in Western Africa – UNMIL Mission in Western Africa – UNOCI Mission in the Caribbean – MINUSTAH Mission in Eastern Africa – UNMIS/UNMISS Mission in Eastern Africa – UNAMID Linking Political Goals with Military Objectives

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Book SynopsisThis book looks at the centerpiece of the international women’s rights discourse, the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), and asks to what extent it affects the lives of women worldwide.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements.- List of tables, figures and boxes.- List of Acronyms.- Introduction.- 1. Theorizing norm translation – women’s rights as transnational practice.- 2. The creation of CEDAW within the global discourse on gender equality.- 3. CEDAW as a ‘living document’ – 30+ years of Committee work.- 4. A new tool in the toolbox: the Optional Protocol to the Convention.- 5. Creating ‘thick connections’ - translating activism in the CEDAW process.- 6. Auditing the contract partners: States parties’ connectivity with CEDAW.- 7. Some patches in the quilt – cases of impact translation.- Conclusion: How far can CEDAW reach? Lessons for a better understanding of norm translation.- Notes.- Bibliography.- Appendices.- Index.

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Book SynopsisIntroduction National Interests and Military Alliances: The Cold War NATO NATO's Post-Cold War Transition and the Transatlantic Divide September 11, 2001: A New Life for NATO? An Alliance in Name Only: NATO and Iraq Afghanistan: NATO's Last Hurrah? Reinventing NATO: Scenarios and Hurdles ConclusionsTrade Review'NATO after 9/11: An Alliance in Continuing Decline is the most important book on the transatlantic relationship to appear in the past decade. Richard Rupp builds a compelling case that the expanded version of NATO, focused on missions outside of Europe, exhibits only superficial health. The underlying reality is an alliance that lacks cohesion and increasingly lacks the capability to act effectively even when there is general agreement on a policy initiative.This meticulously researched, clearly written book is must reading for anyone interested in the future of NATO.' - Ted Galen Carpenter, Vice President, Defense and Foreign Policy Studies, Cato Institute 'Since the end of the Cold War, endless editorials and journal articles have superficially fuelled the 'NATO is dead' thesis. With Rupp's important work, we finally have a scholarly and densely argued book which submits that thesis to a rigorous scrutiny. Rupp's analysis is searching and sophisticated, comprehensive and coherent. This is not the loaded logic of the isolationist, the pacifist or the neo-conservative. Nor is it an autopsy. It is the honest and reluctant, but nevertheless categorical, conclusion of a NATO insider who does not balk at making an unwelcome case: put simply, that NATO is increasingly peripheral to the security requirements of its member states. For all those interested in transatlantic relations, international security and Alliance transformation, Rupp's book must be required reading.' - Jolyon Howorth, Yale UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction National Interests and Military Alliances: The Cold War NATO NATO's Post-Cold War Transition and the Transatlantic Divide September 11, 2001: A New Life for NATO? An Alliance in Name Only: NATO and Iraq Afghanistan: NATO's Last Hurrah? Reinventing NATO: Scenarios and Hurdles Conclusions

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Book Synopsis Backpacks Full of Hope: The UN Mission in Haiti describes the experience of a Chilean general as Deputy Force Commander of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) during the particularly turbulent year September 2005 to September 2006. It details the realities of commanding more than 7,000 men from eleven countries while working to fulfill the mandate of the United Nations in Haiti - to ensure a secure and stable environment, to support the transitional government in a democratic political process, and to promote and protect the human rights of the Haitian people. Despite the enormous challenges of a complex scenario that included local violence and extreme poverty, the UN command succeeded in its mission, stabilizing the local situation and paving the way for Haiti to hold a presidential election. Originally published as Mision en Haiti, con la mochila cargada de esperanzas, this work provides a new audience with insight on the peace operation and sheds light on the long-term endeavour of civilians, military, and local and international agencies to support Haiti's path to prosperity. Co-published with the Centre for International Governance Innovation Trade Review``The real objective of war should not be destruction; it should be a more perfect peace. Indeed, General Aldunate took his `mochila' and gun to Haiti not to bring more destruction to the poorest country of the hemisphere but to contribute to peace, stability, and development. This fascinating book will allow you to accompany him during his journey.'' -- Gerard Le Chevallier, former Chief of the MINUSTAH's Electoral Assistance Section (Haiti, 2004-2006) -- 201002``A Chilean General finds himself in Haiti leading and coordinating 7,500 soldiers from 22 different countries under the United Nations banner. In addition to military tasks he had to interact with other operators on the ground--the UN police, NGOs, UN agencies, human rights groups, Haitian authorities, political groups, the private sector--many of them with divergent agendas. He went through the ordeal of his commanders suicide. Several of his soldiers were killed and many wounded. Backpacks Full of Hope is a very personal and honest account of an actor who is onstage, taking charge, leading, playing his role as a member of a peacekeeping mission. But this book also has the unique perspective of the actor onstage observing the public and the other actors.'' -- Edmond Mulet, Assistant Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, FormerSpecial Representative of the UN Secretary-General in Haiti -- 201002Table of Contents Backpacks Full of Hope: The UN Mission in Haiti by Eduardo Aldunate About the Author Foreword Acknowledgements List of Abbreviations Introduction 1. A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy 2. First Contact with Haiti: Exploring the Paratroopers' Landing Area 3. At the Preparation Area 4. Green Light at the Gate 5. First Steps on the Ground 6. Same Old Story: International Interventions in Haiti 7. MINUSTAH 8. Chilean Blue Helmets in Haiti 9. Violence in Haiti 10. The Haitian National Police and the Judicial System 11. The Military Force in Action 12. Parliamentary and Presidential Elections 13. A Wrongful Accusation 14. A Terrible Blow: The Death of General Bacellar 15. The First Few Months of Préval's Government 16. Putting My Backpack Away Index

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Book SynopsisThis study provides a comprehensive analysis of the questions pertaining to the powers of the Security Council under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. In doing so it departs from the premise that an analysis of the limitations to the powers of the Security Council and an analysis of judicial review of such limitations by the ICJ, respectively, are inter-dependent. On the one hand, judicial review would only become relevant if and to the extent that the powers granted to the Security Council under Chapter VII of the Charter are subject to justiciable limitations. On the other hand, the relevance of any limitation to the powers of the Security Council would remain limited if it could not be enforced by judicial review. This inter-dependence is reflected by the fact that Chapters 2 and 3 focus on judicial review in advisory and contentious proceedings, respectively, whereas Chapters 4 to 9 examine the limits to the powers of the Security Council. The concluding chapter subsequently illuminates how the respective limits to the Security Council's enforcement powers could be enforced by judicial review. It also explores an alternative mode of review of binding Security Council decisions that could complement judicial review by the ICJ, notably the right of states to reject illegal Security Council decisions as a 'right of last resort'. The space and attention devoted to the limits to the Security Council's enforcement powers reflects the second aim of this study, namely to provide new direction to this aspect of the debate on the Security Council's powers under Chapter VII of the Charter. It does so by paying particular attention to the role of human rights norms in limiting the type of enforcement measures that the Security Council can resort to in order to maintain or restore international peace and security.Trade Review...the book manages to add thoughtful insights into a core question of the law of international organizations...De Wet presents her arguments in a lucid and enlightening way. The book is very well written; it introduces the reader into highly complex areas of the law in a straightforward and accessible fashion. August Reinisch Austrian Review of International and European Law, Vol 9 2004 ...a comprehensive in-depth analysis that deserves high praise...an important addition to the existing literature and is therefore warmly recommended... Robin Geiss German Yearbook of International Law, Vol 48 2005 ...rich, thorough and substantial...The issues identified for analysis by the author are important and the analyses are solid and rigorous. Sienho Yee Chinese Journal of International Law, Vol 5, No. 2 July 2006 ...forces readers to reexamine the ahistorical premise...that the post-Cold War Council is now, for the first time, 'functioning as was originally intended under the United Nations Charter' (p.17). Jose E. Alvarez American Journal of International Law, Vol. 99, No. 4 October 2005 This intriguing analysis of the contemporary work of the Council is well-written, well supported by ample references to research authorities, and organized in a way which logically leads to its raison d'tre. This is a provocative and fascinating contribution to the dearth of comprehensive literature on the potential for judicial review of UN Security Council actionthis is undoubtedly a 'must' for all collections. Any student or teacher of International Law and the United Nations should obtain this creative analysis. It fills a gap that many have heretofore not minded. American Society of International Law Newsletter November 2004 This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the questions pertaining to the powers of the Security Council under Chapter VII of the Charter. F. De Stratis ERPL/REDP, Vol 17, No 3, Autumn 2005 2005Table of Contents1 Introduction Part I: Judicial Review 2 Advisory Opinions of the International Courts of Justice (ICJ) as a Mechanism for Judicial Review 3 Judicial Review as an Emerging General Principle of Law and its Implications for Contentious Proceedings Before the ICJ Part II: Limitations to the Security Council’s Chapter VII Powers 4 Limits to the Security Council’s Discretion under Article 39 of the Charter 5 An Overview of the Substantive Limits to the Security Council's Discretion under Articles 40, 41 and 42 of the Charter 6 Limits to the Security Council's Discretion to Impose Economic Sanctions 7 Limits to the Security Council's Discretion to Authorise States and Regional Organisations to use Force 8 Limits to the Security Council's Discretion to Authorise the Civil Administration of Territories 9 Limits to the Security Council's Discretion to Adopt (Quasi-) Judicial Measures 10 Conclusion

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Book SynopsisThe recent empowerment of the European Parliament makes this a timely study of the impact of its internal organisation on legislative politics, interest representation and democracy within the Union.

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a prospective analysis of the anticipated security consequences of climate change in relation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Using climate and security literature to complement recent foresight and scenario analysis developed by NATO, the author applies the International Risk Governance Council’s (IRGC) Risk Governance Framework to identify the considerations and actions that could assist NATO in a context where climate and environmental factors more intensively shape security. Tyler Lippert explores how climate change has the potential to increase the need for humanitarian assistance and disaster response, to create tension over shared resources, to renew and enhance geo-political interest in the Arctic, and to deepen concern with respect to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Within this new political and environmental reality, NATO must consider how to adapt to meet new demands, prepare for new security challenges, as well as manage unforeseen consequences. Offering a corrective, this book identifies near-term actions for NATO to improve its risk governance posture, providing a basis upon which longer-range policy considerations can be developed. This analysis is only the opening salvo of what is likely to be a complicated process that spans many years, if not decades. However, in mapping the risk governance dimensions to the security and climate nexus from the perspective of NATO, Lippert provides a foundation for risk-based policy planning for NATO. The book will be of immense value to policy and decision makers: NATO leadership and its affiliated organizations as well as to academics across a broad span of subject areas, particularly environmental sociology, defense and foreign policy, and the political sciences.Table of ContentsTable of ContentsI. AbstractII. Chapter 1: IntroductionA. OverviewB. Research Aims and ObjectivesC. AbbreviationsD. Scope of the AnalysisIII. Chapter 2: Literature ReviewA. IntroductionB. Climate Change and Security ConsequencesC. Critical Aspects of Climate ChangeD. Empirical Models of Climate SecurityE. ConclusionsIV. Chapter 3: Taking Stock of the Situation: NATOA. IntroductionB. NATO’s Big Picture—What Future? C. Historical development and transformation of NATOD. NATO, Climate, and the Environment1. NATO and Middle East/North Africa2. NATO and the Arctic3. Creation of NATO’s Emerging Security Challenges DivisionE. NATO Foresight Efforts: The Future Security Environment1. NATO ACT Strategic Foresight Analysis2. NATO ACT—Framework for Future Alliance Operations3. Instability Situations - (Hazards) a) Access and Use of Global Commons Challengedb) Disruptive Impact of Migrationc) Large-Scale Disaster4. Review and Critique of Instability Situations5. To What Extent do the NATO ACT Instability Situations Represent NATO's Perspective? F. ConclusionsV. Chapter 4: Methodology & ContextA. IntroductionB. Why Risk Governance? NATO and Climate Security RiskC. The IRGC Risk Governance Framework1. Summary of Characteristics: NATO, Climate Security, and Risk Governance2. Previous Application of the IRGC Risk Governance FrameworkD. Risk Governance: Institutions & Context1. The Institutional Structures2. Climate Policies and Plans: NATO Militaries and Defense Ministries3. The Context of NATO Decision Making: Consensus and the Silence Procedure4. NATO in the context of a new environment5. The Potential for ConfoundednessE. ConclusionsVI. Chapter 5: A Risk Governance Case StudyA. IntroductionB. Phase 1: Pre-Assessment1. Risk (or, Problem) Framing2. Early Warning3. Screening4. Scientific Conventions5. NATO’s ability to perform pre-assessmentC. Phase 2: Risk Appraisal1. Risk Assessmenta) Complexityb) Uncertaintyc) Ambiguity2. Concern Assessment3. NATO’s ability to perform Risk AppraisalD. Phase 3: Tolerability and Acceptability Judgment1. Risk Characterization & Evaluation: Climate and Security for NATOa) Risk Characterizationb) Risk Evaluation2. NATO’s ability to perform Tolerability and AcceptabilityE. Phase 4: Risk Management1. NATO’s ability to perform Risk ManagementF. Risk Communication1. NATO’s ability to perform Risk CommunicationG. ConclusionsVII. Chapter 6: Major FindingsA. IntroductionB. Findings: Climate Change and International Security: NATO’s Risk GovernanceC. Recommendations: A Basis for Prospective Risk Management OptionsD. Discussion: Assessment of the IRGC FrameworkE. Closing RemarksVIII. Bibliography

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Book SynopsisIn the fifty or so years since the Treaty of Rome, the European Union has evolved far beyond the scope of any other comparable entity. The EU is now a unique model of international cooperation and integration, and its reach extends into almost every sphere of the lives of its half a billion citizens. As well as the establishment of a single market, the Union has its own currency, is developing a foreign policy, and has a growing role in justice and cultural matters.Scholarly work on the European Union has undergone a similarly rapid evolution. For example, with the major expansions of the Union since the end of the Cold War, there has been a huge growth in the range and depth of research into the many challenges of integration. As serious thinking about and around this and other crucial aspects of the European Union continues to flourish and develop, this new title in Routledgeâs acclaimed Critical Concepts in Political Science series meets the need for an authoritative reference work to make sense of the subjectâs vast literature and the continuing explosion in research output. Edited by Simon Usherwood, a leading EU scholar, it is a five-volume collection of foundational and cutting-edge contributions.The first volume in the collection (âThe Development of the European Unionâ) assembles the key work on the historical evolution of the European Union from the end of the Second World War to the present day. Even before the Constitutional Treaty proposed in 2004, there was much academic and political discussion about the degree and manner to which the EU transcended traditional political units and the materials gathered in Volume II (âThe Organization of the European Union and the Constitutional Turnâ) explore the nature of the Union at this most fundamental level. The third volume in the collection (âThe Institutions of the European Unionâ) collects the most important research on the institutional structure of the EU. Here, the focus is on the dynamic processes at work within institutions and the models of understanding that academics have developed. Volume IV (âMember States as Actors in the European Unionâ), meanwhile, brings together the best work on particular member states, considering, for example, why certain states have remained dominant actors within the Union, despite the scope and depth of EU expansion. In addition, the processes and outcomes which underpin this dominanceâsuch as europeanisationâare also explored. The final volume in the collection (âCitizens as Actors in the European Unionâ) concentrates on a very particular feature of the Union: the role of individual citizens. The material gathered here probes issues such as the perceived âdemocratic deficitâ in the Union.Fully indexed and with comprehensive introductions to each thematic part, newly written by the editor, which place the collected material in its historical and intellectual context, The European Union is an essential work of reference. It is destined to be valued by political science scholars and researchersâas well as by EU specialists and policy-makersâas a vital one-stop research tool.

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Book SynopsisEuropeanization is a term increasingly used in the social sciences to descibe the impact, convergence or response of politicians and institutions in relation to the European Union. This volume explores the concept in a variety of different settings in order to clarify its meaning.Trade Review'Excellent comparative work.' - European Review of HistoryTable of ContentsIntroduction, Kevin Featherstone and George Kazamias. Part 1 Europeanization and domestic structural transformation: European policy-making and the machinery of the Italian government, David Hine; Europeanization and Italy - a bottom-up process?, Marco Giuliani; the Europeanization of Greece - an overall assessment, P.C. Ioakimidis; multilevel governance and Europeanization - the case of Catalonia, Quim Brugue et al; the transforamtion of the Portuguese political system - European regional policy and democratization in a small EU member state, Jose Magone; Cyprus and the onset of Europeanization - strategic use, structural transformation and institutional adaptation, Kevin Featherstone. Part 2 Europeanization and domestic macro-economic policy regimes: managing the Spanish economy within Europe, Carles Boix; economic adjustment and financial reform - Greece's Europeanization and the emergence of a stabilization state, George Pagoulatos. Part 3 Europeanization and national identity: Europeanization and convergence via incomplete contracts? the case of Turkey, Mehmet Ugur; reluctant Europeans? European integration and the transformation of Turkish politics, Spyros A. Sofos; the Europeanization of Malta - adaptation, identity and party politics, Michelle Cini.

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to the European Union (the EU) which makes its institutions and processes more readily intelligible.Table of ContentsList of boxes; List of tables; List of maps; Introduction; Background Information; Section One: History; Introduction; 1. The drive for European unity to 1973; 2. From Community to Union 1973-1993; 3. Consolidating the European Union 1993 to the present day; 4. The movement to integration: a theoretical perspective; Section Two: Institutions; Introduction; 5. The institutions of the European Union; 6. The policy-making and law-making processes; 7. Democracy and the European Union; Section Three: Representation; Introduction; 8. Elections to the European Parliament; 9. Political parties and the European Union; 10. Pressure groups and the European Union; Section Four: Policies; Introduction; 11.The Union budget; 12. First pillar policies; 13. Second and third pillar policies; Section Five: Attitudes; Introduction; 14. Member states; 15. Britain and Europe: a case study; Conclusion: The state of the Union, past and present; Further reading; References; Index

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to the European Union (the EU) which makes its institutions and processes more readily intelligible.Trade ReviewThis up-to-date guide brings clarity and intelligibility not only to students but also potentially to professionals working in the EU. Times Higher Education This up-to-date guide brings clarity and intelligibility not only to students but also potentially to professionals working in the EU.Table of ContentsList of boxes; List of tables; List of maps; Introduction; Background Information; Section One: History; Introduction; 1. The drive for European unity to 1973; 2. From Community to Union 1973-1993; 3. Consolidating the European Union 1993 to the present day; 4. The movement to integration: a theoretical perspective; Section Two: Institutions; Introduction; 5. The institutions of the European Union; 6. The policy-making and law-making processes; 7. Democracy and the European Union; Section Three: Representation; Introduction; 8. Elections to the European Parliament; 9. Political parties and the European Union; 10. Pressure groups and the European Union; Section Four: Policies; Introduction; 11.The Union budget; 12. First pillar policies; 13. Second and third pillar policies; Section Five: Attitudes; Introduction; 14. Member states; 15. Britain and Europe: a case study; Conclusion: The state of the Union, past and present; Further reading; References; Index

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Book SynopsisGiving equal attention to the British government and the EU, this textbook examines the political relationship between the two. It charts the history and development of the EU and explores some of the common policies. Examples, tables and figures updated throughout to reflect the results of the elections to the European Parliament in June 2014.Table of Contents1. Introduction: Introduction; Content of the book; 2. History and Development of the EU: The Origins of the European Coal and Steel Community; From ECSC to EEC; The First Enlargement - Britain joins; Enlargement to the South; The European Union; The Northern Enlargement; The European Union grows to the East; The Euro crisis; Who is the 'reluctant European'?; 3. Institutions of the EU: The Commission; The European Council; The Council of Ministers; COREPER; The European Parliament; The Court of Justice; The Committee of Regions; The European Economic and Social Committee; The European Ombudsman; The 'democratic deficit'; 4. Common Policies of the EU: Why have common policies?; The Common Agricultural Policy; The Common Fisheries Policy; Competition Policy and Trade Policy; The Common Foreign and Security Policy; The development of the single currency; 5. Europeanisation: What is Europeanisation?; The effects of Europeanisation; Europeanisation and the British state; Thinking about Europe; Conclusion; 6. lntergovernmentalism versus Supranationalism: What is supranationalism?; Supranationalism and the European Union; Supranationalism and the United Kingdom - a troubled relationship?; What is intergovernmentalism?; Intergovernmentalism and the European Union; Intergovernmentalism and the United Kingdom; Conclusion; 7. Expansion versus Integration: What is integration?; How is the European Union promoting integration?; The United Kingdom and integration; The expansion of the European Union - what are the limits?; The United Kingdom and enlargement; 8. The influence of the EU on Britain: The constitutional relationship between Britain and the European Union; The European Union and the United Kingdom Parliament; The European Union and regional government in the United Kingdom; Local Government and the European Union; Conclusion; 9. Political Parties and the EU: Conservative Party; Labour Party; Liberal Democrat Party; United Kingdom Independence Party (UKIP); The minor parties; 10. The British media and the European Union: What is the media?; Reporting on the European Union; 'New' media; 11. Reluctant Europeans - Public Opinion on the European Union: British public opinion on the European Union; Pressure groups and the European Union; How do pressure groups lobby the European Union?; Public opinion across the European Union; Turnout for European Parliamentary elections; Conclusion; 12. Conclusion - Is Britain still the 'reluctant European'?: What is a 'reluctant European'?; The case for Britain being a 'reluctant European'; The case against Britain being a 'reluctant European'; Are any other EU members 'reluctant Europeans'?; Conclusion - If Britain is not reluctant, then how can the relationship be labelled?

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Book SynopsisTendayi Bloom is Associate Professor in Politics and International Studies at the University of Birmingham, UK. She is author of Noncitizenism: Recognising Noncitizen Capabilities in a World of Citizens (2018).Trade ReviewThis insightful book puts the spotlight on those people who live out their lives despite an international system that benefits others. In bringing such voices to the foreground, Bloom has produced a valuable addition to the literature on the global politics of migration that demonstrates how institutional structures are constructed, and how they may be challenged. Written in an accessible and clear manner, Noncitizen Power is essential reading for anyone interested in global migration governance. -- Gerasimos Tsourapas, University of Glasgow, UKThis is a brilliant critique of how citizen-state relations usurp all relations between states and individuals in liberal political thought. An entire category – noncitizens – and their relations with the state remain subordinate as noncitizens wanting to become citizens. Yet, noncitizens often make rights claims without wanting to become citizens, and, as Bloom shows, with profound consequences. -- Engin Isin, Queen Mary University of London, UKTendayi Bloom’s book makes an important and original contribution to our understanding of the multi-scalar politics of migration through the unique lens of noncitizens. It brings to the fore the agency of those migrants and non-migrants alike whose lives and politics develop within and despite the institutions that govern them, and calls for these voices, experiences and perspectives to be brought into discussions of global migration governance. -- Nando Sigona, University of Birmingham, UKBloom has written an original and challenging book which places the noncitizen rather than the citizen at the centre of our understanding of the global order of things. With a combination of theoretical insight and practical proposals, the book explores how the power and knowledge of the noncitizen can be brought to bear on key questions such as international migration, and shows how crucial this power and knowledge is to changing the international system so that all people, whatever their status, have a recognised place within it. -- Phillip Cole, University of the West of England, UKTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Preface Introduction 1. Noncitizenism is the New ‘-ism’ 2. ‘Migrant’ is a Slippery Term 3. Finding New Ways to Talk about Migration Governance 4. Joining the Conversation about Migration 5. The Power of Place 6. When Talk is Cheaper for Some 7. Underlying Narratives Conclusion Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisTendayi Bloom is Associate Professor in Politics and International Studies at the University of Birmingham, UK. She is author of Noncitizenism: Recognising Noncitizen Capabilities in a World of Citizens (2018).Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Preface Introduction 1. Noncitizenism is the New ‘-ism’ 2. ‘Migrant’ is a Slippery Term 3. Finding New Ways to Talk about Migration Governance 4. Joining the Conversation about Migration 5. The Power of Place 6. When Talk is Cheaper for Some 7. Underlying Narratives Conclusion Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisElizabeth Filippouli is a journalist, activist and social entrepreneur. She is Founder of Global Thinkers Forum (GTF) an independent civil society agency incubated at the University of Oxford, working to promote values-based decision making and supporting women and youth. The organisation launched Athena40 - a family of diverse initiatives that advance women's leadership by creating opportunities for women to be recognized for their work and connecting them with peers from around the world. Elizabeth has worked as investigative journalist and news anchor with the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation, CNN International and Al Jazeera English. She serves on the Global Advisory Board of the Prince's Trust International.Trade ReviewPoignant. * The Independent *Trailblazing female politicians, royals, actors and writers from around the world write letters to historical figures, famous women, family members and mentors, sharing their heartfelt personal experiences while drawing attention to pressing social issues that fuel their activism… Through their letters they reflect on their lives, careers, relationships, successes and challenges, and although many highlight the various trials and tribulations this generation of Arab women has had to endure and overcome, the overall message is one of activism and optimism for the future. * The National *In this collection of writings from women across the world, letter-writing is put to work to declare women's solidarity, strength and resolve… A book to delve into when in need of wise counsel. * The Morning Star *A book like this… is as close as possible to a bouquet of roses… each one [letter] is special and distinctive and suffused with a different fragrance. Without a doubt every reader will find.. [within them] a dose of love, hope and inspiration. * Asharq-Al-Awsat *Powerful and insightful letters from a global group of accomplished women… From Women to the World is an attempt by these incredible, outspoken, and inspiring women to lend us their hands, through their experiences, to bring us along to a new century of change. * The New Arab *Elizabeth Filippouli’s book, From Women to the World, is profoundly moving. A series of letters written by women, to the women who changed their lives, it is in itself likely to change the lives of the many women who are destined to read it. Among the many powerful and incisive stories, the letter written by Muna AbuSulayman to Margaret Garner, the enslaved woman attempting to escape to freedom, who murdered her daughter rather than see her return to captivity, induced me to tears. I will be buying it for my daughter and my mother. This is not a book to miss. * Linda Duberley, Writer and Broadcaster *Living in the 21st century, we should not be forced to question ourselves about gender equality and gender equivalence. We all have to remain vigilant not to lose the giant steps forward that were made in earlier centuries to give the woman the place she rightfully deserves as a human being, a free individual, possessor of her own body, entitled to being single, a wife, a mother, a CEO, a preacher or whatever she decides to become or to be. No other restrictions applied then those she decides to endorse. The hard work continues. The beauty of those letters lie in their fragility toward others and in their strength to become and to be at the same time. This book is a must read! * Sir Dirk Brossé, Conductor/Composer, Music Director The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia *From Women to the World is a remarkable book reflecting the sentiments of women from across the world in moving tributes to those they love and respect. These exceptional people, who have often achieved success against the odds, share values, passion, and a mutual, powerful faith in the way women can change the world. Each beautifully crafted letter tells a story, touching on injustice, prejudice, oppression, and inequality, but also highlighting the courage, determination, and self-belief that women draw on to try and achieve their rightful place in male dominated societies. It is both a literary gem and a slice of history. This is a tremendous book.. * Richard Peel, Communications Strategist *From Women to the World features missives from women to the women who inspired and sustained them. It is a work of profound reflection through and about relationships. Elizabeth Filippouli makes these letters a sort of 'collective voice' of what is common to these women, highly varied in specifics and yet linked by shared concern and commitments. This volume opens up the power of relationships and gives access to these private voices to all of us. It is indeed 'from women to the world'. * Professor Marc Ventresca, Said Business School University of Oxford *From Women to the World is a thought-provoking, deeply inspirational, and beautifully compiled tribute to women's leadership. I commend Elizabeth for this important and timeless contribution to the growing body of scholarship and literature that honours the unlimited potential and unparalleled capacity of women’s leadership, and highlights its holistic impact on economies, on societies, and whole communities. * Haifa Al Kaylani, President & Founder, The Arab International Women’s Forum *From Women to the World is a thought-provoking and at times difficult read. In this carefully curated series of letters, Elizabeth Filippouli has, in her own words, 'handed over a baton'. Together we have the power to change society and make it fairer for all. To all who contributed: thank you. To my fellow readers: now is the time - we move forward together. * Sarah Waddington, Chart.PR FCIPR FPRCA MIOD. Managing Director, Astute.Work Founder, #FuturePRoof *This is a gem of a book. * Vicky Pryce. Economist/Author of ‘Women vs Capitalism’ *I could say that From Women to the World is a role model female platform. It is a dialogue between women that inspires, thrills, touches the souls and feelings of countless readers that surely this spectacular book will have. Thank you, Elizabeth Filippouli and all the brave and valuable women authors of these letters, for let us share their fights, pains, and victories. * Rosalía Arteaga Serrano, Former President of the Republic of Ecuador *Too often we focus on metrics and measurements, yet it is stories and relationships that lead to real, long lasting transformation. These stories from around the world will have an impact on the reader as they did on those who feature in them. This is a beautiful, powerful book. * Helen Alderson, International Committee of the Red Cross *Elizabeth says: Feminism is about accepting the inevitable limitations while nurturing mind independence. When you read this book you will realize that none of its contributors accept either inevitability or limitations. Well done Elizabeth for this remarkable step in breaking the mould. * Doug Wills, Editor Emeritus Evening Standard *This is a unique book about the race to dignity and equality which will take long, but with the right leaders we will get there faster!’ * Nikos Koumettis, Coca Cola Group President Europe Middle East & Africa *Reading these letters, and the stories of the women writing them and to whom they were written, made me cry, smile with recognition and made me feel humble when I read some of the stories. Incredible letters that highlight the power of understanding, love and reflection. Overwhelmingly they made me feel inspired and hopeful that we live in a world where there are many, many people of compassion, wisdom and emotional strength despite us rarely hearing their voices. * Leonor Stjepic, CEO of Montessori Group *If you were to write a letter to a woman of History say, or of Today, a Relation or anyone, someone you can imagine walking into the future with - Who would it be? What would you say? Well, my female friends, pull up a one-of-a-kind seat at the From Women to the World table and get ready to be swept away by a global group of fearless imprimaturs who did what you are imagining that you might do one day. Delight. Enjoy. Partake a breathtaking read of many of the most creative, wide-eyed set of letters that will charge up your inner bandit to feel and do everything you would-will do to advance all aspects of the human spirit of our gender. Here. There and Everywhere. * Roberta d’Eustachio, Founder/Editor-in-chief, Giving Magazine - voice of impact: and The Giving Collective *This book, is riveting, moving, shocking and uplifting. * Rita Payne, Journalist/President Emeritus Commonwealth Journalists Association *Table of ContentsLetter to the Reader ‘TO THE WOMAN THAT CHANGED ME, DIANE VON FURSTENBERG’ June Sarpong OBE (UK) ‘TO MY AUNT, RAMONA FIANI’ Roula Azar Douglas (Lebanon/Canada) ‘TO ZOHRA MOOSA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MAMACASH’ Hellen Lunkuse T. Waiswa (Uganda) ‘TO MY SISTER IN HUMANITY, ANGELINA JOLIE’ Basma Alawee (Iraq/USA) ‘TO MY DAUGHTER, LARA KARMEL’ Annabel Karmel MBE (UK) ‘TO MARGARET GARNER, THE WOMAN WHO MURDERED HER DAUGHTER’ Muna AbuSulayman (Saudi Arabia) ‘A POEM TO MY MOTHER, AS A METAPHOR FOR ALL WOMEN IN MY FAMILY’ Yasmin AlMassri (Lebanon) ‘TO ATHENA, AS THE YOUNGER ANOUSHEH’ Anousheh Ansari (Iran/USA) ‘TO MY DAUGHTER, 'Ashtar Mouallem' Iman Aoun (Palestine) ‘TO MY MOTHER, AUDREY SMITH’ Emma Bache (UK) ‘TO ONE OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST CELLISTS JACQUELINE DU PRÉ’ Silvia Chiesa (Italy) ‘TO MY DAUGHTER, SOFIA BABAI’ Shelmina Abji (USA/Tanzania) ‘TO MY YOUNGER SELF, HOPE’ Basma Al Said (Oman) ‘TO ALL FEMALE ATHLETES OF THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS’ Mary Davis (USA/Ireland) ‘TO SENATOR HAIFA HAJJAR NAJJAR’ Deema Bibi (Jordan) ‘TO MY DAUGHTER, SOFIA BELTRAME’ Paola Diana (Italy) ‘TO MY GRANDMOTHERS HER MAJESTY QUEEN ZEIN AL-SHARAF TALAL OF JORDAN AND BEGUM SHAISTA SUHRAWARDY IKRAMULLAH’ HRH Sumaya Bint El Hassan (Jordan) ‘TO THE HOMELESS WOMAN’ Grazia Giuliani (Italy/UK) ‘TO MURDERED JOURNALIST, ANNA LINDH’ Miriam Gonzalez – Durantez (Spain/UK) ‘TO JACINDA ARDERN, PM OF NEW ZEALAND’ Elif Shafak (Turkey/UK) ‘TO MY SISTER, MANTALENA KAILI’ Eva Kaili MEP (Greece) ‘TO THE WOMEN WHO SHAPED ME, AMONG THEM ANNIE LENOX AND CAROLE CADWALLADR’ Livia Firth (UK/Italy) ‘TO MY UNBORN GRANDDAUGHTER’ Attiya Mahmood (Pakistan) ‘TO SHYAMA PERERA’ Dame Martina Milburn DCVO CBE (UK) ‘TO ALL YOUNG WOMEN’ Christina Nielsen (Denmark) ‘TO MY SISTERS AROUND THE WORLD’ Femi Oke (UK) ‘TO MY MOTHER, RHODA SPIELMAN TZEMACH’ Gayle Tzemach-Lemmon (USA) ‘TO THE ANONYMOUS WOMAN’ Mariane Pearl (France) ‘TO MY WIFE, HANAN KATTAN’ Shamim Sarif (UK/Canada) ‘TO GERALDINE, INSPIRED BY MOLLY YARD AND GLORIA STEINEM’ Geraldine Sharpe Newton (UK/USA) ‘TO MY NIECES’ Dr Rebecca S. Hage Thomley (USA) ‘TO MY MOTHER, REZZAN TUNÇER’ Nurdeniz Tunçer (Turkey) ‘TO ADA LOVELACE’ Dame Stephanie (Steve) Shirley (UK) 'TO ALL WOMEN, DAUGHTERS OF THE WORLD' Elizabeth Filippouli (Greece/UK) Afterword Thought Triggers

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Book SynopsisHow Brexit will work for Britain and EuropeFULLY REVISED EDITION FOR THE UK''S PATH TO BREXITMaking a Success of Brexit and Reforming the EU is the authoritative text on the EU and the Brexit debate. This major new edition lays out how the UK can best make a success of Brexit and the place of Europe in the new, Trumpian world. In a major rewrite, award-winning economist Roger Bootle addresses the issues of trading relationships, hard versus soft Brexit, concerns of key industries, Scotland and the future of the EU and NATO. Roger Bootle, the author who successfully predicted the financial crash and the outcome of the referendum, will also examines the possible future developments of Europe.Trade ReviewI recommend our diplomats and ministers read this book: it will provide them with an intellectual backbone. This will be the essential vade mecum if and when a referendum campaign takes place. The part of Bootle's book in which he analyses the pros and cons of British exit from the EU will be the most influential. * The Sunday Times *Maps out a fresh start for UK-EU relations. Bootle writes with energetic prose and makes some good points. His discussion of European monetary union is cogent. * Financial Times *Bootle is right on every count. * Guardian *Roger Bootle perceptively analyses what is wrong with the European Union as presently constituted, both politically and economically; what reforms are needed to make it wise for the UK to remain a member; and how we can most sensibly conduct ourselves outside the EU, should those reforms not be undertaken. It is essential background read- ing for any future in/out referendum. -- Rt. Hon. Nigel Lawson, former Chancellor of the ExchequerAn outstanding, grown-up account of the failures of the European Union. Bootle is certainly no little Englander, but his argument is calm, conversational, rigorous and - quite remarkably for an economist - entirely free of bafflegab. Engaging and absorbing, here is an eye-opening book that will inspire you to think through the issues clearly - with- out starting a saloon-bar brawl. * Daily Telegraph *As I have come to expect from Roger Bootle, he gets to the heart of the matter with crystal-clear analysis and punchy comment. It's the best book yet on the European Union's dysfunctionality. -- Jeff Randall, Sky News business presenterBrilliant, albeit radical solutions. One of the most thoughtful accounts that I have yet read about the European question. * Independent on Sunday *This is a credible plan for life outside Europe and deserves to be widely read. * The Week – Business Books of the Year *A well-informed and rigorously-argued book. -- David Marsh, co-chairman of OMFIF, and author of 'Europe’s Deadlock'

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Book SynopsisBased exclusively on primary sources, this study offers an up-to-date overview of EU's involvement in the Israeli-Arab conflict since 1967.

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