Format:
IX, 235 S.
Edition:
2. ed., 1. publ.
ISBN:
9780745687063
,
9780745687070
Content:
"In this intellectually and politically potent new book. Martin Shaw proposes a way through the confusion surrounding the idea of genocide. He considers the origins and development of the concept and its relationships to other forms of political violence. Offering a radical critique of the existing literature on genocide. Shaw argues that what distinguishes genocide from more legitimate warfare is that the 'enemies' targeted are groups and individuals of a civilian character. He vividly illustrates his argument from a wide range of historical episodes, and shows how the question 'What is genocide?' matters politically whenever populations are threatened by violence."--BOOK JACKET.
Language:
English
Subjects:
History
,
Political Science
,
Law
Keywords:
Völkermord
;
Völkermord
;
Begriff
