Instruments of International Order: Internationalism and Diplomacy, 1900–50
Internationalism: Instruments of International Order is a scholarly collection examining how internationalist practices helped shape world politics from the First Hague Conference through the aftermath of the Second World War. Its chapters address practices including disarmament, public diplomacy, self-determination, small-arms control and parliamentary inquiry.
At a glance
- Examines internationalist practices and diplomacy from the First Hague Conference of 1899 to the period after World War II.
- Topics include disarmament regimes, public diplomacy, self-determination, small-arms control and parliamentary inquiry.
- Essays approach the making of international order as constructed, contested and experimental.
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Pros
- Covers both familiar principles such as self-determination and less prominent practices such as small-arms control.
- Its interdisciplinary essays connect diplomatic practices with the development of international order.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Manchester University Press |
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| Publication date | June 23, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 264 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 152619807X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1526198075 |
| Weight listed | 13.4 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 6.14 x 0.51 x 9.21 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying twentieth-century internationalism, diplomacy or the history of international relations.
- Academic readers seeking essays on diplomatic practices beyond broad accounts of interwar diplomacy.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a general introduction to contemporary international relations or a narrative focused only on diplomatic events.
Frequently asked questions
What period does the book cover?
It examines practices from the First Hague Conference of 1899 through the aftermath of the Second World War, with the title framing its focus as 1900–50.
What topics do the essays discuss?
The listing mentions disarmament regimes, public diplomacy, self-determination, small-arms control and parliamentary inquiry.
Who is this book aimed at?
Its subject and interdisciplinary essays make it most relevant to readers interested in the history of internationalism and diplomacy.
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