The United Nations : states vs. international laws / / Donald A. Wells.

"This book explores the structure of the UN, its achievements and its weaknesses, explaining what it can and cannot do, and why. It traces mankind's quest for international laws, especially with regard to war; and shows how the US shaped the UN and continues to direct and limit its functio...

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Year of Publication:2005
Language:English
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Physical Description:viii, 193 p.
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Summary:"This book explores the structure of the UN, its achievements and its weaknesses, explaining what it can and cannot do, and why. It traces mankind's quest for international laws, especially with regard to war; and shows how the US shaped the UN and continues to direct and limit its functioning"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0875863612 (soft cover : alk. paper)
0875863620 (hard cover : alk. paper)
9780875863610
0875863639 (electronic bk.)
9780875863634 (electronic bk.)
Hierarchical level:Monograph
Statement of Responsibility: Donald A. Wells.