The United Nations in the 21st Century - Paperback

by Karen A. Mingst (Author), Margaret P. Karns (Author), Alynna J. Lyon (Author)

This comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the UN explores its historical, institutional, and theoretical foundations as well as major global challenges facing the organization today, including threats to peace and security, the refugee crises, the COVID-19 pandemic, and existential challenges of climate change and sustainability.

Author Biography

Karen A. Mingst is Professor Emerita at the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce and the political science department at the University of Kentucky.

Margaret P. Karns is Professor Emerita of Political Science at the University of Dayton and Senior Fellow in global governance and human security at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Alynna J. Lyon is Professor of Political Science and Faculty Fellow, Office of Senior Vice Provost, Engagement and Faculty Development at the University of New Hampshire.