how states, nations, and conflicts are shaping the twenty-first century Védrine, Hubert. creator text dcu Washington, D.C Brookings Institution Press c2008 2008 monographic eng fre

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xii, 143 p. ; 23 cm. "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 globalization, and deal with environmental challenges"--Provided by publisher. Foreword / Madeleine Albright -- The West in disarray -- How to build a better world -- A Europe that knows what it is and what it wants -- France in a globalized world -- Conclusion: from unrealpolitik to smart realpolitik -- Index. Hubert Védrine ; translated by Philip H. Gordon. Includes index. Translated from the French. Balance of power International relations World politics 21st century JZ1313 .V4313 2008 909.83 081578984X (cloth : alk. paper) 9780815789840 (cloth : alk. paper) 2008-037978 DLC 090326 20230110145129.0