The Problem of Describing Relations Between the United States and Southeast Asian Nations A Study of Political Language Games.
This book shows how political speech acts carry consequences in diplomatic relations. Focusing on interactions between the United States and Southeast Asian countries, the author shows that often the more powerful country does not get its way. American foreign policy is usually viewed as being uncom...
| Основен автор: | Misalucha, Charmaine G. |
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| Формат: | Електронен |
| Език: | English |
| Публикувано: |
Lewiston :
Edwin Mellen Press,
2012.
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| Онлайн достъп: |
http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=479138 |
| Резюме: |
This book shows how political speech acts carry consequences in diplomatic relations. Focusing on interactions between the United States and Southeast Asian countries, the author shows that often the more powerful country does not get its way. American foreign policy is usually viewed as being uncompromising and hegemonic, but in reality, it strikes agreements and compromises on a regular basis. One would assume that the wealthier, more powerful country would always get its way. This study shows that smaller countries with little or no bargaining power can benefit from relations with the Unite |
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| Описание на библ. документ: |
Description based upon print version of record. |
| Физически характеристики: |
1 online resource (384 p.) |
| Библиография: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: |
9780773421646 0773421645 |