The call of the world : a political memoir / Bill Graham.
The call of the world : a political memoir / Bill Graham.
By
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Graham, Bill, 1939-
Publication Date
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2016
Publication Information
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Vancouver, BC : On Point Press,
Physical Description
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viii, 470 p., [32] p. of plates : ill.
Subject Term
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Cabinet officers -- Canada -- Biography.
Politicians -- Canada -- Biography.
Lawyers -- Canada -- Biography.
College teachers -- Canada -- Biography.
War on Terrorism, 2001-2009.
Afghan War, 2001-2021 -- Participation, Canadian.
Geographic Term
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Canada -- Armed Forces -- Afghanistan.
Canada -- Military policy.
Canada -- Politics and government -- 20th century.
Canada -- Foreign relations -- 1945-
Series
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C.D. HOWE SERIES IN CANADIAN POLITICAL HISTORY
C.D. HOWE SERIES IN CANADIAN POLITICAL HISTORY.
Summary
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Bill Graham - Canada's minister of foreign affairs and minister of defence during the years following 9/11 - takes us on a personal journey from his Vancouver childhood to important behind-the-scenes moments in recent global history. He recounts meetings with world leaders, contextualizes important geopolitical relationships, and offers observations on backstage politics. He explains Canada's decision not to participate in the 2003 invasion of Iraq and makes a passionate case for why international law offers the best hope for a safer, more prosperous, and just world.
Language
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English
ISBN
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9780774890007
General Note
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Includes index.
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