Description:“In the era of the internet and the jet plane, individuals and groups of every variety, not just political leaders, military officers, and diplomats, affect relations among states. This volume contributes to a greatly expanded notion of international relations, stressing the importance of communication, collaboration or conflict, and understanding or intolerance, among peoples. — Inis L. Claude, Jr., Stettinius Professor of Government and Foreign Affairs, Emeritus, the University of Virginia.” —“Comprehensive, Informative, Compelling! This book is a must for anyone engaging in interdisciplinary research, conducting diversity training, or teaching courses in cross-cultural awareness and understanding. —Valarie Greene King, Ph.D., Director, Office of Diversity Initiatives, University of Central Florida, USA” —