ABSTRACT

First published in 1933, this title explores the inner workings and diplomatic culture of the League of Nations in Geneva, at a time when the increasing strain of international relations was beginning to take its toll and disillusionment towards the League was growing.

Written as a series of short sketches, Max Beer communicates a variety of insights into the League of Nations. Delving into the machinations and bewildering configurations of diplomatic relations that predominated, while at the same time maintaining a very human perspective, this volume represents a unique resource for students of this period in European politics.

part |178 pages

The Journey to Geneva

chapter |14 pages

The Messiah

chapter |20 pages

The Wooden Horse

chapter |18 pages

The War Victim

chapter |14 pages

Paper

chapter |17 pages

Thou Shalt Not …

chapter |16 pages

The Sieve

chapter |15 pages

The Prison House

chapter |13 pages

The Last Word

chapter |8 pages

The Star of the Salève

part |222 pages

The Hotel

chapter |19 pages

Hottop's Palace

chapter |15 pages

Countess Trani's Room

chapter |12 pages

Laughter

chapter |23 pages

Mr. Sugimura's Map

chapter |33 pages

Colours at the Front

chapter |21 pages

How is it Done?

chapter |18 pages

A Curiosity

chapter |22 pages

The Whale

chapter |20 pages

Prayer on the Roof

chapter |17 pages

The Hammer