Table of Contents

Great Powers in World Politics.
The Origins of the Great Power Role.
Confronting the Twentieth Century.
The Contradictions of the UN Order.
The Anachronism of the Great Powers.
The Greatest Power?
The Impact of the Emerging Powers.
Power and Order in Contemporary World Politics.

About the Author

Nick Bisley is professor of international relations at La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia. His publications include Rethinking Globalization and The End of the Cold War and the Causes of Soviet Collapse.

Reviews

Offers a wealth of interest and knowledge that will enlighten readers and broaden their thinking." - Jonathan H. Ping, Australian Journal of International Relations

"An important contribution ... [that examines] how great powers became associated with the management of the international system and how their role in this capacity has become outdated in the 21st century." - Choice