A Theory of De Facto States offers a new perspective on the phenomenon of de facto states — political communities that manifest forms of statehood in internat
Originally published in 1998, International Society and the De Facto Society explores the phenomenon of de facto statehood in contemporary international relatio
This volume for the first time provides a comprehensive theoretical and empirical examination of a new and very significant development in the international pol
De facto states lack legitimacy yet effectively control territory and provide governmental services. This book focuses on four case studies: Eritrea; Northern C
"Examining the state identity formation and international legitimation of de facto states, this book provides a deeper understanding of the relationship between