Genocide (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780737756531)

Genocide is the intentional destruction of a national, racial, religious, or ethnic group, whether in wartime or peace. In 1948, the United Nations adopted the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Genocide, and yet this crime is still prolifically conducted by various regimes. Articles and essays included in this must-have volume explore issues related to recognizing, analyzing, and defining global genocide. Topics covered include differing international views of what constitutes genocide. Readers will learn about contemporary examples of genocide from countries such as the Congo, Sri Lanka, North Korea, and the Sudan. Expert sources help readers to understand the means of preventing and prosecuting genocide. Readers will also analyze the legacy of genocide.

Author: Margaret Haerens
ISBN-10: 0737756535
ISBN-13: 9780737756531
Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/21/2012
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
Voice of Youth Advocates 02/01/2013 pg. 592 - Recommended - Hard To Beat