Peace in Their Time : War and Peace in Ireland and Southern Africa / Ruth Weiss

Weiss, Ruth

ISBN 10: 1860644031 / ISBN 13: 9781860644030

Published by London : I. B. Tauris, 2000

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Conflict resolution is a difficult process with the roots of anger, distrust and hatred often buried deep in the past. Even when papers have been signed and peace declared, the legacy of conflict remains. Peace in Their Time concentrates on two particular cases--Northern Ireland and Southern Africa--where conflict has been due to colonial domination and settlement of colonialists on the land of indigenous peoples. Through face-to-face interviews and close conversations with many of the leading players, Ruth Weiss brings together the views of journalists, politicians and radicals from all sides and analyzes the learning processes involved in conflict resolution, the skill of negotiation, and the concepts of compromise and surrender; 230 pages; Physical desc. : xv, 230 p. ; 23 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. 215-216) and index. Subject: Political violence - Northern Ireland. Peace movements - South Africa. Peace movements - Northern Ireland. Political violence - South Africa. Conflict management ; Africa, Southern ; Northern Ireland. Terrorism, freedom fighters, armed struggle ; Violence in society ; Peace studies 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 155481

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Title: Peace in Their Time : War and Peace in ...

Publisher: London : I. B. Tauris

Publication Date: 2000

Binding: Hardcover

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Edition: First Edition.

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Synopsis:

Conflict resolution is a difficult process with the roots of anger, distrust and hatred often buried deep in the past. Even when papers have been signed and peace declared, the legacy of conflict remains. Peace in Their Time concentrates on two particular cases--Northern Ireland and Southern Africa--where conflict has been due to colonial domination and settlement of colonialists on the land of indigenous peoples. Through face-to-face interviews and close conversations with many of the leading players, Ruth Weiss brings together the views of journalists, politicians and radicals from all sides and analyzes the learning processes involved in conflict resolution, the skill of negotiation, and the concepts of compromise and surrender.

About the Author:

Ruth Weiss is a journalist, author and broadcaster who has worked extensively in the UK, Ireland, Germany, and South Africa.