02181cam a22003013u 4500 75597 UtSlPG 20260610134741.0 m cr n 260607r20251917utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 D Kjellén, Rudolf, 1864-1922 Suurvallat 1 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2025 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2025-03-12 "Suurvallat I: Piirteitä nykyajan suurpolitiikasta" by Rudolf Kjellén is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the intricacies of modern geopolitics, examining the statuses and influences of the major powers in the world during a period marked by significant political upheaval, particularly surrounding the onset of World War I. Kjellén's exploration aims to enhance the understanding of the underlying forces and motivations that shape international relations and the dynamics between nations. At the start of the text, Kjellén emphasizes the need for a comprehensive guide to the contemporary political landscape. He outlines the tumultuous events that have unfolded since 1895, bringing the reader up to speed on the geopolitical tension that characterized Europe and beyond. The reader is introduced to the core motifs of the book, including the concept of 'planetarinen' (planetary) politics, signifying the interconnectedness of global events and their implications. Kjellén sets the stage for a detailed analysis of great powers, illustrating their national interests and interactions, ultimately proposing that understanding these dimensions is crucial for grasping current and future political realities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Porvoo: Werner Söderström Osakeyhtiö, 1917 World politics Voionmaa, Eino, 1872-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/75597 116322 116322