Genocide

by Margaret Haerens

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737756535
• ISBN13: 9780737756531
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12