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This fifth edition of International Relations: A Political Dictionary has been completely revised and updated to include recent world changes in the post-Cold War era. Terms, concepts, events, and facts, arranged alphabetically within each subject area, provide a clear and concise understanding of international relations at the dawn of the twenty-first century. Each entry includes a paragraph illuminating the term's significance and providing historical perspective, as well as extensive cross-references that enhance the scope of understanding. This must-have reference work will serve both students and teachers of political science, while offering invaluable information to students of related fields, such as international economics and military history.