Capital of the world : the race to host the United Nations / Charlene Mires.

Capital of the world : the race to host the United Nations /

An account of the enthusiastic effort to establish a home for the fledgling United Nations at the end of World War II. The author creates a powerful sense of suspense as she describes the intense competition among boosters from New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and even the Black Hills of South Dakota...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Mires, Charlene (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: New York : New York University Press, [2013]
Subjects:
United Nations > Headquarters.
New York (N.Y.) > Buildings, structures, etc.
Online Access: Full text (Wentworth users only)
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • pt. I. FROM WAR TO PEACE. 1. Inspiration ; 2. Hope ; 3. Schemes
  • pt. II. NEW WORLD. 4. Blitz ; 5. Showtime! ; 6. Surprise
  • pt. III. AMERICAN DREAMS. 7. Stumble ; 8. Scramble ; 9. Deal.

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