The United Nations /
Sean Connolly.
- London : Franklin Watts, c2009.
- 46 p. : ill. (some col ; 28 cm.
- Global organizations .
- Connolly, Sean, 1956- Global organizations. .
- Global organizations .
"A+.".
Includes bibliographical references (p. 45) and index.
A world free of war and problems? -- Setting the scene -- Birth of the UN -- A global reach -- Keeping the peace -- Human rights -- Help on many fronts -- Looking to the future -- Playing your part.
Describes the history of the United Nations, its peacekeeping missions, and views of those who support or criticize the UN.