Peace and Conflict Studies

About this book

Peace and Conflict Studies: A Reader is a comprehensive and intensive introduction to the key works in this growing field. Presenting a range of theories methodologies and approaches to understanding peace and to transforming conflict this edited volume contains both classic and cutting-edge contemporary analyses. The text is divided into six general sections: PART I: Peace Studies Peace Education and Peace PART II: Peace Theories and Peace Movements PART III: The Meanings and Nature of Conflict PART IV: Conflict Analysis Transformation and Prevention PART V: Nonviolent Action and Political Change. PART VI: Building Institutions and Cultures of Peace With an extensive introduction as well as recommendations for further reading and questions for the classroom Peace and Conflict Studies: A Reader will be essential reading for students teachers and practitioners of peace and conflict studies and conflict resolution. It is also highly recommended for students of peace operations peacebuilding sociology international security and IR in general.