 | ISBN: 978-1-55587-987-7 $69.95 | |
| ISBN: 978-1-55587-963-1 $32.50 | ||
| 2004/575 pages | ||
Professors Karns and Mingst trace the evolving roles both of IGOs, NGOs, states, and nonstate actors and of norms, rules, and other pieces of global governance. While they give extensive attention to the UN system, the full range of regional and subregional organizations is also thoroughly covered, as are the activities and influence of a variety of nonstate actors.
Each of four issue-based chapters—on peace and security, economic development, human rights, and the environment—presents a contemporary case study and then examines the issues and the pieces of global and regional governance that are involved. Throughout, the authors highlight questions of the legitimacy, accountability, and effectiveness of global governance.
"An extraordinary primer for any student of international relations.... This book collates and masterfully illustrates the varied processes that drive contemporary international organization."—UN21 Newsletter, ASIL
"Putting the pieces of the puzzle together in a highly readable way, Karns and Mingst provide a comprehensive overview of the many actors, processes, and challenges involved in the complex subject of global governance."—Anne-Marie Slaughter, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Princeton University
"Detailed and comprehensive, this accessible IO text may well set the standard for years to come. The breadth of coverage provides 'one-stop shopping' for the full range of international organizations, plus welcome attention to global issues."—Kent Kille, College of Wooster
"This is an important book, comprehensive, accessible, and rich in detail."—Ian Johnstone, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy