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The Absolutely Indispensable Man
Ralph Bunche, the United Nations, and the Fight to End Empire
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- 688 pages
- Reading time
- 25 hours
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Focusing on Ralph Bunche's pivotal role in global decolonization, this political biography highlights his contributions as a diplomat, scholar, and civil rights leader. Kal Raustiala emphasizes Bunche's belief in racial justice during his tenure at the United Nations in the 1950s and 1960s, showcasing his connections with influential figures like Martin Luther King. The narrative positions Bunche as a key figure in the twentieth-century fight for civil rights, illustrating how the decline of empires influenced America's own struggles for equality.
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- Title
- The Absolutely Indispensable Man
- Subtitle
- Ralph Bunche, the United Nations, and the Fight to End Empire
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kal Raustiala
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 688
- ISBN13
- 9780197602232
- Category
- Social sciences, Philosophy, Biographies and Thoughts, Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Focusing on Ralph Bunche's pivotal role in global decolonization, this political biography highlights his contributions as a diplomat, scholar, and civil rights leader. Kal Raustiala emphasizes Bunche's belief in racial justice during his tenure at the United Nations in the 1950s and 1960s, showcasing his connections with influential figures like Martin Luther King. The narrative positions Bunche as a key figure in the twentieth-century fight for civil rights, illustrating how the decline of empires influenced America's own struggles for equality.