Synopsis
How a new world fair trade of peace began in practice
This concise history explains how the League of Nations emerged from the turning point of World War I and what it aimed to do. It shares the author’s perspective as a participant and observer, while presenting the League’s early work in clear, accessible terms. You’ll see how international cooperation moved from theory to action in crucial years.
This edition surveys the League’s structure, its decision processes, and the bold idea of open diplomacy. It also looks at real cases where the League acted as mediator, protector, and administrator, offering a grounded view of the challenges and possibilities of collective security in a troubled world.
- How the League was created, why it mattered, and what it hoped to achieve
- How disputes were brought to a world body and addressed through cooperation
- Examples of early work, from mediation to minority protection and open diplomacy
- How the League influenced international law and the practice of peacekeeping
Ideal for readers curious about the birth of modern international cooperation, diplomacy history, and the practical realities of peacekeeping after war.
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