Diversity, Violence, and Recognition: How Recognizing Ethnic Identity Promotes Peace

by Elisabeth King and Cyrus Samii

Book Overview

When considering strategies to address violent conflict, scholars and policymakers debate the wisdom of recognizing versus avoiding reference to ethnic identities in government institutions. In Diversity, Violence, and Recognition, Elisabeth King and Cyrus Samii examine the reasons that governments choose to recognize ethnic identities and the consequences of such choices for peace. The authors introduce a theory on the merits and risks of recognizing...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0197509460
• ISBN13: 9780197509463
• Release Date: March 2020
• Publisher: Oxford Univ PR
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"