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Globalization and Challenges to Building Peace
. Ed(S): Swain, Ashok; Amer, Dr. Ramses; Ojendal, Joakim
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Hardback. Editor(s): Swain, Ashok; Amer, Dr. Ramses; Ojendal, Joakim. Series: Anthem Studies in Peace, Conflict and Development. Num Pages: 284 pages, 20+ figures and tables. BIC Classification: GTF. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 454.
Although globalization creates new wealth and encourages technological innovations, it has also failed to support and promote sustainable human development and thus can be accused of generating anguish and deprivation. This has already resulted in growing civil unrest and, in some cases, contributed to armed conflicts in the developing world. However, peace and conflict research has hitherto somehow overlooked the influence of increasing globalization on the formation and management of such emerging conflicts. This impressive edited volume asks the question: what concrete measures exist which can be effective in addressing the causes of conflict and building peace in an increasingly ... Read moreinterdependent world?
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Anthem Press United Kingdom
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Anthem Studies in Peace, Conflict and Development
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About . Ed(S): Swain, Ashok; Amer, Dr. Ramses; Ojendal, Joakim
Ashok Swain is Professor of Peace and Conflict Research, Uppsala University and Coordinator, Swedish Network of Peace, Conflict and Development Research. Ramses Amer is Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Umeå University. Joakim Öjendal is Professor of Peace and Development Research, Gothenburg University.
Reviews for Globalization and Challenges to Building Peace
'A very interesting collection of essays exploring the links among globalization, peace, conflict, and development. The roster of contributors includes not only some leading recognized experts but also several engaging new voices.'Dr. Ken Conca, Professor of Government and Politics, University of Maryland'Offers a thorough re-thinking of the evolving - and complex - pursuit of a world free from war.'Dr. James ... Read moreR. Lee, Associate Director for Technical Support and Training, American University, Washington DC'This book contains deep analyses, critical views, and future expectations on the impact of globalization, democracy, and international migration on conflicts and peace-building.'Hamdy A. Hassan, Professor of Political Science, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt Show Less