The book adopts a chronological and thematic approach, beginning with wartime conferences like Dumbarton Oaks and Yalta, where Allied powers debated the UN's structure and powers. It analyzes the drafting of the UN Charter, its core principles, and the establishment of key organs like the Security Council and the General Assembly. The book emphasizes the compromises and debates, such as the veto power within the Security Council, that shaped the UN's creation.
By focusing on the historical context of 1945, the book offers a valuable perspective for understanding the UN's origins and its continued relevance in international relations and politics.