Peace and conflict studies
by
Barash, David P.
Title
:
Peace and conflict studies
Author
:
Barash, David P.
ISBN
:
9781412961202
Personal Author
:
Barash, David P.
Edition
:
2nd ed.
Publication Information
:
Thousand Oaks : Sage Publications, c2009 [i.e. 2008].
Physical Description
:
xvii, 523 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
General Note
:
Previous ed.: 2002.
Formerly CIP.
Contents
:
The meanings of peace -- Peace movements -- The meanings of war -- The special significance of nuclear weapons -- The individual level -- The group level -- The state level -- The decision-making level -- The social and economic levels -- Diplomacy, negotiations, and conflict resolution -- Peace through strength? -- Disarmament and arms control -- International organizations -- International law -- World government -- Ethical and religious perspectives -- Human rights -- Ecological wholeness -- Economic well-being -- Nonviolence -- Toward the future.
Abstract
:
"The Second Edition of Peace and Conflict Studies sets a new market standard with its accessible introduction and comprehensive exploration of important historical and recent world events - including new coverage of topics such as terrorism, truth and reconciliation processes, and the clash of civilizations. Authors David P. Barash and Charles P. Webel present an unbiased look at issues related to peace and conflict studies to assist students and professionals in forming personal and social opinions based on fact." "This text is invaluable for students and professors in peace and conflict studies, psychology, sociology, international relations, comparative politics, history, political philosophy, and religion and others, such as peace educators, researchers, and activists, who are Interested in gaining a solid foundation in this vital area of study."--BOOK JACKET.
Subject Term
:
Peace.
War.
Arms control.
Conflict management.
Added Author
:
Webel, Charles.
| Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Copy |
|---|
| IIEMSA | General Books | 33168025506706 | 303.66 B225P 2009 | 1 |