Interventions

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A Life in War and Peace

By Kofi Annan

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Interventions by Kofi Annan offers an insightful glimpse into the life and career of the former United Nations Secretary-General. The memoir delves into his efforts to address international challenges, his diplomatic endeavours, and his dedication to global peace and humanitarian issues. It reflects on both the successes and controversies of his term, providing a comprehensive understanding of his influential role in world affairs.
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You might enjoy this compelling memoir if you're interested in understanding global diplomacy from a leader who has been at the forefront of the United Nations. The author shares his insider perspective on international crises and offers a unique look into the challenges and triumphs he faced throughout his distinguished career in peacekeeping and world affairs.

Interventions

Provides a view of global diplomacy during one of the most tumultuous periods in UN history. This title shows readers a world where solutions are available, if we have the will and courage to see them through.

Interventions offers a unique, behind-the-scenes view of global diplomacy during one of the most consequential eras in recent history, from the crises in Kosovo, Rwanda and Israel-Palestine to the wrenching battles over the Iraq War.

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An unparalleled personal history of global statecraft from one of the UN's most iconic leaders.

Over forty years of service to the United Nations—the last ten as Secretary-General—Kofi Annan has been at the centre of the major geopolitical events of our time. As much a memoir as a guide to world order, Interventions provides a unique, behind-the-scenes view of global diplomacy during one of the most tumultuous periods in UN history.

With eloquence and immediacy, Annan writes about the highs and lows of his years at the United Nations—from shuttle-diplomacy during crises such as Kosovo, Lebanon, and Israel-Palestine to the wrenching battles over the Iraq War to the creation of the landmark Responsibility to Protect doctrine. He is remarkably candid about the organisation's failed efforts, particularly in Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur.

Ultimately, Annan shows readers a world where solutions are available, if we have the will and courage to see them through.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141046501

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Kofi Annan was the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations - serving two terms between 1997 and 2006. In 2001 Annan and the United Nations were jointly awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace with the citation praising his leadership for "bringing new life to the organization." Born in Ghana in 1938, Annan is the first sub-Saharan African to hold the post of Secretary-General.