Enough Blood Shed: 101 Solutions to Violence, Terror and WarNew Society Publishers, 2006 M05 1 - 288 pages Enough Blood Shed confronts the reality of a world awash in weapons and the belief that war is inevitable, with people powerless to change the system. It provides an alternative perspective based on solutions known to be successful because they have been used already. The first part of the book describes the culture of violence that has led the world to this precipice of hopelessness, and then points to signs of hope that a different future is possible. It outlines the steps being made to build a culture of peace, including the phenomenal power of civil society: the second superpower - or the conscience of society. Part Two then focuses on the solutions that are possible for all sectors of society:
Focusing on the power of ordinary people to make a difference and packed with effective nonviolent success stories - often in a setting of hate and provocation - the book provides guidance, inspiration, hope and empowerment that peace is not only possible, but can be fun along the way. |
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... important in laying the groundwork for a nonviolent society . Some are solutions ; others are successes , partial successes , temporary successes , and promising ideas . They are not intended as templates , but rather as examples to ...
... importance of this book and the lessons contained in it . I believe one can use available tools effectively only when one has an understanding of the larger picture . A carpenter would be better able to use his tools if he has a ...
... important as the weapons are , if we are going to prevent war , we have to explore the root causes of war . Above all , we must be aware of who benefits from war . News reports often state that a war is the result of ethnic or reli ...
... important but difficult task of exposing the role of other countries in pro- longing the conflict . So far , we do poorly at stopping third - party interference . Prevention In medicine , prevention occurs at several levels . The ...
... important would reduce some of the significant triggers of anger . The solutions in this book include recom- mendations for governments , communities , schools , and faith groups that are working to reduce the risk of terrorism . 12 A ...
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Enough Blood Shed: 101 Solutions to Violence, Terror and War Mary-Wynne Ashford,Guy Dauncey Limited preview - 2006 |
Enough Blood Shed: 101 Solutions to Violence, Terror and War Mary-Wynne Ashford,Guy Dauncey No preview available - 2006 |