Recent studies on the meaning of cultural diplomacy in the twentieth century often focus on the United States and the Cold War, based on the premise that cultural diplomacy was a key instrument of foreign policy in the nation's effort to contain the Soviet Union. As a result, the term "cultural diplomacy" has become one-dimensional, linked to political manipulation and subordination and relegated to the margin of diplomatic interactions. This volume explores the significance of cultural diplomacy in regions other than the United States or "western" countries, that is, regions that have been...
Recent studies on the meaning of cultural diplomacy in the twentieth century often focus on the United States and the Cold War, based on the premise t...
"Jessica Gienow Hecht...has immersed herself in the study of classical music and examined its history in the modern international context. But the excellent contributions to this volume suggest that she is not alone." - Akira Iriye, Harvard University
..".this is a valuable, thought-provoking anthology that is a strong addition to the burgeoning literature on culture and foreign relations." - Laura Belmonte, Oklahoma State University
Bringing together scholars from the fields of musicology and international history, this book investigates the significance of music to foreign...
"Jessica Gienow Hecht...has immersed herself in the study of classical music and examined its history in the modern international context. But the exc...
