Rules for the World: International Organizations in Global Politics

Rules for the World by Michael Barnett and Martha Finnemore is a groundbreaking book that provides an innovative perspective on the behavior of international organizations and their impact on global politics.

The authors argue that these organizations are not just instruments of states, but rather autonomous actors with their own rules and power to make decisions.

Through case studies of the IMF, UNHCR, and the UN Secretariat, the book demonstrates how these organizations can become obsessed with their own rules, leading to unresponsive and inefficient outcomes.

Despite this, Rules for the World contributes greatly to our understanding of global politics and governance, making it a must-read for anyone interested in international relations.