{"product_id":"9788415809869","title":"DAG HAMMARSKJÖLD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDAG HAMMARSKJOLD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work offers a concise and rigorous portrait of Dag Hammarskjöld, the second Secretary-General of the UN and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. The reader will discover the path of a key figure in 20th-century diplomacy, from his origins in the Swedish political elite to his tragic death on a peace mission. The book explores his deep spiritual dimension, reflected in his posthumous work \"Markings,\" and analyzes his legacy as a defender of international mediation and moral integrity in public service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book chronicles the life of Dag Hammarskjöld, from his birth in 1905 in Sweden to his death in 1961. The son of a Swedish prime minister, he developed a brilliant career in his country's administration, specializing in economics and foreign policy. In 1953, he was appointed Secretary-General of the United Nations, a position he held until his death. During his tenure, he faced international crises such as those in Suez and the Congo, promoting a model of active diplomacy and mediation. The work also addresses his more intimate and spiritual side, highlighting his personal diary \"Markings,\" and suggests that the plane crash that ended his life may have been caused intentionally. Finally, his legacy is recognized with the posthumous award of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1961.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical and political biography of the 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInternational diplomacy and the role of the UN in the Cold War.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMoral leadership and integrity in public service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSpirituality and the internal search within public life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe conflict in the Congo and the Suez crisis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in the political and diplomatic history of the 20th century, as well as those seeking to learn about the lives of key figures in the construction of the international order. It is also suitable for those who wish to explore the intersection between spirituality, ethics, and leadership, and for students of international relations, political science, or contemporary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive and synthetic view of the life and work of a fundamental figure in the history of the UN.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding international diplomacy during the Cold War and the role of the Secretary-General.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn approach to the spiritual and ethical dimension of a political leader through his personal work \"Markings.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn analysis of the circumstances of his death, presenting the hypothesis of a possible political assassination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: GARCIA MOURELO, SANTIAGO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: FUNDACION EMMANUEL MOUNIER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: BIOGRAPHY: HISTORICAL, POLITICAL AND MILITARY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: SINERGIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 98 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pocket biography manages to condense the most relevant aspects of Dag Hammarskjöld's life into less than one hundred pages. Its balanced focus between his political trajectory and his spiritual dimension makes it a useful read for both neophytes and those already familiar with his figure. The work stands out for its clarity of exposition and for offering a gateway to a character whose integrity and legacy continue to be a subject of study and admiration in the field of international relations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FUNDACION EMMANUEL MOUNIER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405443555675,"sku":"9788415809869","price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841580986.jpg?v=1781827069","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415809869","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}