Strife In the Sanctuary

Strife In the Sanctuary
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Publisher : Rowman Altamira
Total Pages : 264
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ISBN-10 : 9780585208046
ISBN-13 : 0585208042
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Strife In the Sanctuary by : Phil Zuckerman

For more than forty years there was a single synagogue in the quiet town of Williamette, Oregon. But then disagreements over gender roles, homosexuality, Israeli politics, and other issues tore the synagogue in two. Where there was once one Jewish community under one roof, there are now two hostile congregations_one Reconstructionist, one Orthodox_across the street from one another. Through a year as a participant in both congregations and in-depth interviews, Zuckerman tells a mesmerizing story of this religious schism. Strife in the Sanctuary then contemplates why religious groups split apart and how religious symbols come to mean different things to different groups. The first book-length study of a single congregation breaking in two, Strife in the Sanctuary provides a welcome ethnographic study for sociologists of religion. Plus, its moving story makes it an excellent read for undergraduate classes or anyone interested in religious divisions.

The Internationalization of Communal Strife (Routledge Revivals)

The Internationalization of Communal Strife (Routledge Revivals)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 327
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ISBN-10 : 9781317645238
ISBN-13 : 1317645235
Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis The Internationalization of Communal Strife (Routledge Revivals) by : Manus I. Midlarsky

First published in 1992, this edited collection argues that conflicts have a growing tendency both to intensify and to lengthen, thus increasing the likelihood of external actors being drawn into the on-going violence. Here, leading experts in comparative and international politics examine this tendency of communal conflicts to spill over into the international arena. They also look at the conditions under which these processes do not occur and are mediated successfully. The authors combine theoretical perspectives with case studies, covering examples from the origins of the First World War, to state building in Iraq, and whether it was a precursor of the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf Crisis. They present both a global overview and a focus on the state as the single most important intermediary in the internationalization process. A comprehensive and relevant reissue, this volume will appeal to students and scholars of International Relations, Comparative Politics and Strategic Studies.

Sanctuary

Sanctuary
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 322
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ISBN-10 : 9781984815712
ISBN-13 : 1984815717
Rating : 4/5 (12 Downloads)

Synopsis Sanctuary by : Paola Mendoza

Co-founder of the Women's March makes her YA debut in a near future dystopian where a young girl and her brother must escape a xenophobic government to find sanctuary. It's 2032, and in this near-future America, all citizens are chipped and everyone is tracked--from buses to grocery stores. It's almost impossible to survive as an undocumented immigrant, but that's exactly what sixteen-year-old Vali is doing. She and her family have carved out a stable, happy life in small-town Vermont, but when Vali's mother's counterfeit chip starts malfunctioning and the Deportation Forces raid their town, they are forced to flee. Now on the run, Vali and her family are desperately trying to make it to her tía Luna's in California, a sanctuary state that is currently being walled off from the rest of the country. But when Vali's mother is detained before their journey even really begins, Vali must carry on with her younger brother across the country to make it to safety before it's too late. Gripping and urgent, co-authors Paola Mendoza and Abby Sher have crafted a narrative that is as haunting as it is hopeful in envisioning a future where everyone can find sanctuary.

Heritage and War

Heritage and War
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Publisher : Oxford University Press
Total Pages : 225
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ISBN-10 : 9780192862648
ISBN-13 : 0192862642
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis Heritage and War by : William Bülow

The world responded with horror to ISIS's campaign of destruction of cultural heritage across the Middle East, including with calls for an international response to prevent such damage. At the same time, newspapers and screens were filled with images of human destruction, devastated cities,and thousands of refugees fleeing the conflict. This juxtaposition caused a backlash against those voicing their concerns about the destruction of ancient ruins, popularly framed as dispute about 'stone versus lives'. In the face of so much human suffering, it can seem inappropriate to worry aboutanything but the urgent, basic needs of people.Heritage and War addresses this issue within the context of a wider debate, amidst a range of moral questions. Eleven original essays investigate a variety of philosophical and moral questions arising from the phenomenon of heritage destruction in war, such how we ought to respond to heritage thatis damaged in war, the nature of the harm caused by such damage, and the morally appropriate treatment of sites of war and conflict that have themselves become heritage sites. Such issues are philosophically rich, and yet they have been largely neglected by academic philosophers. This book makes asubstantial contribution to developing this new philosophical territory and identifying the role that philosophers have to play in developing our understanding of and responses to these important issues.

Just War Theory and Non-State Actors

Just War Theory and Non-State Actors
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 228
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ISBN-10 : 9781317109839
ISBN-13 : 131710983X
Rating : 4/5 (39 Downloads)

Synopsis Just War Theory and Non-State Actors by : Eric E. Smith

This book uses an historical body of knowledge, Just War Theory, as the basis for analyzing modern conflicts involving Armed Non-State Actors who employ force against states. As the global community faces the challenges of globalization, terrorism, 24-hour international news coverage, super power collapse, weapons of mass destruction, and failed states, the author explores whether the historic bodies of knowledge governing decision makers during conflict remain relevant. Tracing the evolution of Just War Theory, he analyzes circumstances involving Armed Non-State Actor (ANSA) groups possessing powerful and destructive capabilities and a desire to use them, and pursues answers to the central research question: how does Just War Theory apply in modern scenarios involving ANSA groups who challenge the state and international institution’s monopoly on use of force? The study finds that Just War Theory still has the capacity to accommodate modern day statecraft and application in scenarios involving Armed Non-State Actors. This book will be of great interest to those researching and studying in the fields of political theory, security studies, international relations, war and conflict studies, and public ethics.

The Cleansing of the Sanctuary...

The Cleansing of the Sanctuary...
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 554
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ISBN-10 : UVA:X000104247
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (47 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cleansing of the Sanctuary... by : Daniel Sidney Warner

Life and Strife in the Colonies

Life and Strife in the Colonies
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Publisher : Milliken Publishing Company
Total Pages : 27
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ISBN-10 : 9780787734169
ISBN-13 : 0787734160
Rating : 4/5 (69 Downloads)

Synopsis Life and Strife in the Colonies by : Tim McNeese

This packet provides a detailed and richly illustrated overview of the trials of Europeans in the New World, from establishing towns in New England to the origins of slavery. Challenging review questions encourage meaningful reflection and historical analysis. Test, maps, answer key, and extensive bibliography are included.

Zones of Peace

Zones of Peace
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Publisher : Kumarian Press
Total Pages : 257
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ISBN-10 : 9781565492332
ISBN-13 : 1565492331
Rating : 4/5 (32 Downloads)

Synopsis Zones of Peace by : Landon E. Hancock

* Looks at the ways people have used sanctuary throughout history and in present-day conflicts to avoid or challenge violence * Authors with practical experience in peace zones throughout Asia, Europe, Africa and Latin America The notion of having sanctuary from violence or threat has probably existed as long as conflict itself. Whether people seek safety in a designated location, such as a church or hospital or over a regional border, or whether their professions or life situations (doctors, children) allow them, at least in theory, to avoid injury in war, sanctuary has served as a powerful symbol of non-violence. The authors of this collection examine sanctuary as it relates to historical and modern conflicts from the Philippines to Colombia and Sudan. They chart the formation and evolution of these varied "zones of peace" and attempt to arrive at a "theory of sanctuary" that might allow for new and useful peacebuilding strategies. This book makes a significant contribution to the field of conflict resolution, using case studies to highlight efforts made by local people to achieve safety and democracy amid and following violent civil wars. The authors ground the emerging interest in sanctuary by providing a much needed description of the complexity of these peace zones. Other Contributors: Kevin Avruch, Pushpa Iyer, Roberto Jose, Jennifer Langdon, Nancy Morrison, Krista Rigalo, Catalina Rojas and Mery Rodriguez.

Arcade Catastrophe

Arcade Catastrophe
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 432
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ISBN-10 : 9781481411202
ISBN-13 : 1481411209
Rating : 4/5 (02 Downloads)

Synopsis Arcade Catastrophe by : Brandon Mull

Nate and his friends think the new Arcadeland, where tickets can earn jets, tanks, subs, and race cars, is totally cool, until they learn that the arcade owner is hiding a secret.