Peace Studies

Using case studies from countries like Canada, Northern Ireland, Israel/Palestine, ...

(Dr. Deusdedit R.K Nkurunziza, Makerere U)

Using case studies from countries like Canada, Northern Ireland, Israel/Palestine, Afghanistan, Kosovo, Nepal, Ethiopia, Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the authors share their experiences and articulate a range of issues which are central to conflict transformation and peace building. This is a useful resource for academics and civil society organisations.

(Dr. Deusdedit R.K Nkurunziza, Makerere University, Uganda)

Each chapter is fascinating, engaging with the detailed complexity and ...

(Gordon Burt, Chair of the Conflict Resea)

Each chapter is fascinating, engaging with the detailed complexity and special features of conflict situations and attempts to build peace, and applying an extensive literature. In combination the chapters provide a valuable representative sample of responses to conflict, together with critical reflection on attempts at peacebuilding and reconciliation.

(Gordon Burt, Chair of the Conflict Research Society)

Combining direct personal experience with clear theoretical understanding in a ...

(Professor Oliver Ramsbotham, Centre for )

Combining direct personal experience with clear theoretical understanding in a range of practical examples, the authors of this book, many from the "global south", seek to show how sustainable peace can best be promoted even in the most war-torn countries. They succeed admirably. This is an invaluable resource for scholars and practitioners alike.

(Professor Oliver Ramsbotham, Centre for Conflict Resolution)