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A Study in the Old Diplomacy

A Study in the Old Diplomacy

Nicolson, Harold

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General World HistoryBritish HistoryInternational Relations

ISBN10: 1025994493
ISBN13: 9781025994499
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 498
Weight: 1.52
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Study in the Old Diplomacy offers a profound and analytical exploration of the diplomatic landscape that shaped Europe leading up to the First World War. Written by renowned diplomat and historian Harold Nicolson, the work serves as both a historical narrative and a critical examination of the methods, traditions, and failures of pre-1914 international relations. Centered around the career of the author's father, Lord Carnock, the book provides an insider's perspective on the intricate web of alliances, secret treaties, and colonial rivalries that characterized the era.

Nicolson masterfully dissects the transition from the professional, aristocratic 'old diplomacy' to the more public and pressured forms of negotiation that emerged in the wake of global conflict. Through detailed accounts of key historical moments, including the Algeciras Conference and the formation of the Triple Entente, the text illustrates the complexities of British foreign policy and the shifting balance of power in Europe. This work remains an essential resource for students of political science and history, offering timeless insights into the mechanics of statecraft and the human elements behind international crises.

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