Think Tanks and Power in Foreign Policy

"Think Tanks and Power in Foreign Policy" by Inderjeet Parmar examines the crucial role of elites and think tanks in shaping foreign policy. The book analyzes how well-organized and connected think tanks, such as Chatham House and the Council on Foreign Relations, significantly contributed to the transformation of American and British foreign policy after World War II. It demonstrates how these institutions influenced not only the transition from isolationism to globalism in the U.S. but also Britain's shift from an imperial to a pro-American approach. Parmar provides new evidence that these elites were instrumental in mobilizing and shaping public support for a new world order. The book is a thorough analysis of the interactions between power, politics, and the think tanks that shape global political landscapes.