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Most of the early Western writings in the field of conflict studies sought to understand conflict through an objective, anlaytical lens that downplayed the subjective realm of culture and worldview and tried to control the percetputal and emotional factors that make conflict so messy and complex. This "rational" approach sees conflic arising over land, water, money, or other material reosurces. This approach ot conflic uses logical problem-solving methods to bring about settlement or resolution.
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Since the end of the Cold War several political agreements have been signed in attempts to resolve longstanding conflicts in such volatile regions as Northern Ireland, Israel-Palestine, South Africa, and Rwanda. This is the first comprehensive volume that examines reconciliation, justice, and coexistence in the post-settlement context from the levels of both theory and practice. Mohammed Abu-Nimer has brought together scholars and practitioners who discuss questions such as: Do truth commissions work? What are the necessary conditions for reconciliation? Can political agreements bring reconciliation? How can indigenous approaches be utilized in the process of reconciliation? In addition to enhancing the developing field of peacebuilding by engaging new research questions, this book will give lessons and insights to policy makers and anyone interested in post-settlement issues.
