international relations

Describes the fundamental differences between Western and Islamic political thought and explains how these contribute to terrorism, discussing such topics as the concept of the social contract and the West's increasing antipathy for patriotism and religious belief.

Describes the way in which international communication, migration, sports, business, politics, and aid make us all citizens of the whole world.

Tables, maps, charts, photographs, and easy-to-read bulleted text teach children what it means to be an active citizen.

Explores the debate over whether or not the U.S. has an obligation to help other countries; discusses the history of the field, its concepts and methodology; examines twenty special topics, such as population control and free trade agreements; and includes biographical profiles, a chronology, significant documents, and a list of resources.

Chris Teller may be the best in the intelligence business, but that doesn't mean he's the most popular. While he may be a threat to the status quo, however, the only thing saving him from expulsion is an even greater threat to his country, one that's already within our borders. With Mexico descending into anarchy, the drug cartels have kicked up the heat, allying with Hezbollah and the Iranian secret service in a plot aimed at nothing less than the destruction of the United States of America. As Teller races to unravel the plot, he discovers that the most dangerous and pernicious enemies are not bloodthirsty drug lords, but a terrifying and treasonous cabal within the U.S. government itself.

"Lurking in the shadows, away from any government oversight, a secret partnership has been formed between an Israeli spymaster pulling the strings of the most efficient killing machine the Mossad has to offer and an exclusive billionaire boys club that wants to dictate the New World Order. In their pocket is a powerful U.S. senator who aspires to the presidency. Success means vast wealth and increased power, and they'll stop at nothing to succeed"--Amazon.com.

"What would the world look like if America were to reduce its role as a global leader in order to focus all its energies on solving its problems at home? And is America really in decline? Robert Kagan ... paints a vivid, alarming picture of what the world might look like if the United States were truly to let its influence wane"--Flap p. 1 of dust jacket.

Argues for the necessity of peaceful resolutions to modern-day international conflicts and discusses peace efforts in which Carter has been personally involved from the time of his presidency up to the present.