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015005
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Illinois, Raintree Publishers, 2004.
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56pRed and Grey Spine
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Face the Facts
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Summary/Abstract |
This book looks at acts of genocide throughout history, in places as diverse as ancient Troy, the Middle East, Turkey, Germany, Cambodia, Bosnia and Rwanda, and examines the specific conditions in which they are committed. It then explores the arguments made by the different sides and considers what is being done to tackle the issue. Finally you can find out how genocide affects you, and learn what you can do to get more involved int he dabate.
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What is genocide?
Genocide before the Nazis
The holocaust
Recent holocausts
Seeking explanations
Traumatic times
Accusing others
Nationalism
Serb nationalism
Colonialism
Imperialism and genocide
The power of the state
The trouble with facts
What counts as genocide?
Who is to blame?
Willing executioners?
Is human nature to blame?
Genocide and the law
Genocide on trial
Racism
Ethics
Global ethics
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1410910709 Hb.
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Circulation
Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
014753 | 304.663/SHE | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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ID:
001343
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Great Britain, Hodder Wayland, 2003.
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Description |
48pBlack and Yellow Spine
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Series |
World Watch
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Summary/Abstract |
The global organizations at the centre of the books in this series attempt to confront critical quality-of-life issues for all of humanity. They raise awareness and challenge conplacency, fight for causes and influence political and social decisions. This book charts the growth of Greenpeace, an organization that focusses awareness on global environmental issues, such as global warming and deforestation addressing the most crucial worldwide threats to our planets biodiversity and environment.
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075024187X Hb.
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Circulation
Accession# | Call# | Current Location | Status | Policy | Location |
002770 | 363.7/SHE | Main | On Shelf | General | |
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