商品簡介
Contributors in peace and conflict, justice, education, history, and philosophy offer essential teachings of nonviolence in conversation with a range of contemporary concerns, illustrating the power of nonviolence as a tool for individuals, communities, and nations to utilize in confronting the myriad challenges of our time. Editors Amster and Ndura have chosen a multifaceted approach, drawing from historical examples of effective nonviolent strategies such as those of the French Revolution, the principles of more recent successful civil and political movements across the globe, the role of education, and the ethics and psychology of those that practice nonviolence. This book is meant as a practical guide to scholars, educators, policymakers, and practitioners, illuminating nonviolence as a proactive and positive force for change. Annotation c2014 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
