| New Directions in Conflict Theory: Conflict Resolution and Conflict Transformation Contributor(s): Vayrynen, Raimo (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0803984375 ISBN-13: 9780803984370 Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd OUR PRICE: $72.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 1991 Annotation: Recent developments in the international political scene have caused scholars and theorists to rethink accepted views on conflict theory. Consequently, the contributors to this timely volume believe that conflict theory must now move in new directions. Are all conflicts resolvable? New Directions in Conflict Theory argues that instead of being resolved, conflicts are usually transformed by redefining the actors, issues, or modes of operation. This process may not eliminate the conflict but may divert it into a more manageable and less violent course. In developing the transformation perspective, this volume explores the validity of rational and subjective approaches to conflict resolution, considers the value of international law and organizations for addressing complex social phenomena, and outlines a structural approach to international conflicts. In addition it extends the analysis of conflict transformation to new issues on the international agenda, such as antagonism between urban and rural areas and threats to the environment. This wide-ranging and multiperspective review of conflict theory is essential reading for scholars and students in peace studies, international relations, and international politics. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | International Relations - General |
| Dewey: 303.6 |
| LCCN: 91-52967 |
| Physical Information: 0.58" H x 6.06" W x 8.24" (0.74 lbs) 240 pages |
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| Publisher Description: This is a timely work which explores the validity of rational and subjective approaches to conflict resolution, considers the value of international law and organizations for addressing complex social phenomena, and outlines a structural approach to international conflicts. In addition it extends the analysis of conflict transformation to new issues on the international agenda, such as antagonism between urban and rural areas and threat to the environment. |
Contributor Bio(s): Vayrynen, Raimo: - Raimo V[um]ayrynen is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Helsinki and Dean of its Social Science Faculty. He is also Chair of the Finnish Social Science Research Council and a member of the Council of the United Nations University. He has published primarily on international relations theory, historical changes in international relations and international security issues. The ISSC Issue Group on Peace chaired by Raimo V[um]yrynen, was set up in 1984. Its aims are to facilitate systematic cooperation between all the social science disciplines in understanding and explaining peace and conflict in the world. |