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History strikes back : how states, nations, and conflicts are shaping the twenty-first century /

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"Offers an overview of world politics since the fall of the Berlin Wall. Takes issue with the belief that states are unnecessary and globalization and free markets will make a better world. Promotes a 'smart Realpolitik' to guide West relations with emerging powers, manage globalizati...

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Main Author:	Védrine, Hubert
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Washington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, [2008]
Subjects:	World politics > 21st century. International relations. Balance of power. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

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