Title: International Affairs
Product review: Kissinger writes of the history of international politics from the Peace of Westphallia until the modern era with obvious familiarity and ease. The chapters can be read individually or as a continuing history. This book proved worthwhile not only by giving me greater insight into politics among nations, but also some very well appreciated background on subject matter covered in my Modern Europe 306 history course. The philosophies of Idealism and Realism shine through, and Kissenger always a realist, presents his case well. One aspect missing from this otherwise nearly complete volume is a more telling account of his involvment in the context of the greater scheme of things: Arms talks, Indonesia and Chile to name a few. Taken as a whole I recomend this to any student of history, international affairs, and especially to the individual who would like a greater understanding of how things international work.
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