Dag Hammarskjold: Custodian Of The Brushfire Peace is a biography of Dag Hammarskjold, the second Secretary-General of the United Nations. Written by Joseph P. Lash, the book provides a comprehensive account of Hammarskjold's life, his work at the United Nations, and his legacy as a peacemaker. Hammarskjold is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of the United Nations, having served as Secretary-General from 1953 until his death in a plane crash in 1961. Throughout his tenure, he worked ...
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Dag Hammarskjold: Custodian Of The Brushfire Peace is a biography of Dag Hammarskjold, the second Secretary-General of the United Nations. Written by Joseph P. Lash, the book provides a comprehensive account of Hammarskjold's life, his work at the United Nations, and his legacy as a peacemaker. Hammarskjold is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of the United Nations, having served as Secretary-General from 1953 until his death in a plane crash in 1961. Throughout his tenure, he worked tirelessly to promote peace and security around the world, often in the face of great opposition. The book explores his personal and professional life, including his childhood, education, and early career, as well as his role in shaping the UN's response to the Cold War, decolonization, and other major global issues. Lash draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with Hammarskjold's family and colleagues, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrait of this remarkable leader. Ultimately, Dag Hammarskjold: Custodian Of The Brushfire Peace is a compelling and inspiring account of one man's commitment to making the world a better place.Biographical Portrait Of The Man Who Is Said To Have Transformed The Office Of Secretary General And The United Nations Into A Major Influence In World Affairs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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