The elements of peace : how nonviolence works / J. Frederick Arment.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Arment, J. Frederick, 1953-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nonviolence.

Peace-building.

International relations.

Diplomacy.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (272 p.)

Place of Publication:

Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., 2012.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

"This guide delves deeply into the motivations of peacemakers to find the skills, traits and values that underlay the methods and strategies of nonviolence. Thirty nonviolent methods are introduced through inspiring stories that reveal how seemingly intractable conflicts were transformed into conditions free from the ravages of violence. This work is highly relevant, practical, innovative, accessible, yet scholarly"--Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Cover; Contents; Acknowledgments; Preface; Introduction; 1. The Art of Diplomacy; 2. The Vision of Statecraft; 3. The Process of Reconciliation; 4. Mediation Techniques; 5. Arbitration Techniques; 6. Peacekeeping; 7. Economic Aid; 8. Fair Trade; 9. Boycott; 10. United Action; 11. Civil Disobedience; 12. Conscientious Objection; 13. Spiritual Practices; 14. Pacifism; 15. Cultural Exchange; 16. Citizen Diplomacy; 17. Environmental Activism; 18. Artistic Expression; 19. Nonviolent Resistance; 20. Arms Reduction; 21. Humanitarianism; 22. Distributive Justice; 23. Witnessing Violence

24. Rule of Law25. Alternative Resources Acquisition; 26. The Golden Rule; 27. Peace Education; 28. Global Wellness; 29. Two-Party Conflict Resolution; 30. Personal Transformation; 31. Summary of Methods; Conclusion; Appendix; Notes; Bibliography; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-280-48981-2

9786613585042

0-7864-9149-3

OCLC:

779849465