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Book SynopsisThis book explores how large-scale conflicts can be waged more constructively. An introduction presents key concepts in positive conflict resolution, and chapters from esteemed contributors illustrate these theories in action, with cases ranging from Israel to North Korea. The book offers diverse perspectives and concrete ideas for positive change.
Trade ReviewAt its heart, this book is about choices—choices about the outcomes we want from conflicts, and the strategies and tactics we employ to achieve them. The book offers a hopeful message about our ability to wage conflicts more constructively, while not shying away from hard questions about power, coercion, and injustice. One of the book's great strengths is the breadth of issues it addresses, including the recognition, in the conclusion, of the complex relationship between global climate change and conflict. -- Andrea Strimling Yodsampa, CEO, DEPLOY/US
In times of rising tension and fear of violent conflicts, this is a timely set of cases that have been addressed constructively. The cases and their analyses provide solid evidence that the long-term benefits of handling conflicts constructively are far greater than handling conflict through violent modes. The text has an added value for scholars, students, and practitioners who want to counter arguments in favor of greater violence in responding to national, regional, or global conflicts. The book does not shy away from tackling complex cases such as: Israel Palestine, Northern Ireland, Yemen, and Korea. This is exactly the type of research that peace and conflict resolution scholars, students, and practitioners can equip themselves with when debating the “security and power politik” in classes and policy circles. -- Mohammed Abu-Nimer, School of International Service, American University
This is a valuable book that brings together many of the most innovative and thoughtful writers in the field of constructive conflict analysis. It is a great contribution to an approach to conflict resolution that has never been more necessary. -- Paul Rogers, University of Bradford
An inspiring supplement to their widely used Constructive Conflicts, Dayton and Kriesberg have assembled a superb team of scholars and practitioners to reflect conceptually and through case applications on the key factors that enable or prevent waging conflicts constructively. Anyone interested in non-violence and peace and conflict studies will benefit from the multitude of viewpoints and illustrative examples compiled in this comprehensive and easy to understand state-of-the art compendium. -- Volker Franke, Kennesaw State University
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Bruce W. Dayton and Louis Kriesberg Chapter 2 Communication, Constructiveness, and Asymmetry in Nonviolent Action Theory and Practice Patrick G. Coy Chapter 3 Transitional Justice and Reconciliation: Prerequisite or Burden for Constructive Conflict Transformation? Martina Fischer Chapter 4 Strategic Nonviolent Action: Waging Constructive Conflict against Authoritarianism Steven Zunes Chapter 5 Peaceful Separation: The Politics of Constructive Dissolution Christopher Mitchell Chapter 6 Factors for De-escalation: Israel and a Shift to Constructive Conflict Galia Golan Chapter 7 The State of Constructive Conflict in Northern Ireland Lee A. Smithey Chapter 8 What Is a Constructive Peace Process?: Inclusion in Peace Negotiations Çerağ Esra Cuhadar and Thania Paffenholz Chapter 9 Non-Provocative Defense in the Asia-Pacific Region Robert Murrett Chapter 10 Global Contexts for Waging Conflicts Constructively Louis Kriesberg
