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Tactical Rape in War and Conflict: International Recognition and Response
Brenda Fitzpatrick
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Description for Tactical Rape in War and Conflict: International Recognition and Response
Paperback. This is the first book to analyse the use of rape as a tactic of war and international progress away from tacit acceptance to active rejection of this violation of international law. Including powerful testimonies of victims, it is a much-needed volume for academic and professional communities. Num Pages: 300 pages. BIC Classification: JFFE2; JKV; JWXK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 26. Weight in Grams: 486.
The use of rape as a deliberate tactic of war is a serious human rights issue. This ground-breaking book is the first to analyse its use as an act of war against civilians and international progress away from tacit acceptance to active rejection of this violation of international law. Powerful testimonies of victims are included, making this a much-needed volume for academic and professional communities.
The use of rape as a deliberate tactic of war is a serious human rights issue. This ground-breaking book is the first to analyse its use as an act of war against civilians and international progress away from tacit acceptance to active rejection of this violation of international law. Powerful testimonies of victims are included, making this a much-needed volume for academic and professional communities.
Product Details
Publisher
Policy Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Weight
485g
Number of Pages
300
Place of Publication
Bristol, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781447326700
SKU
V9781447326700
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99-50
About Brenda Fitzpatrick
Brenda Fitzpatrick is a writer with extensive experience in refugee camps and conflict zones. Working with humanitarian organisations, she helped bring international attention to widespread tactical rape and sexual violence in war.
Reviews for Tactical Rape in War and Conflict: International Recognition and Response
Meticulously details the strengths and limitations of international responses to rape in war. Fitzpatrick's analysis is clear: rape in conflict is not inevitable, but a deliberate strategy to control and dehumanize. Victoria Canning, The Open University