The Geopolitics of Hunger, 2000-2001: Hunger and Power : Action Against Hunger

By ACTION AGAINST HUNGER

This volume explores the use of hunger as a weapon in food crises around the world. It also discusses strategies to counter inequitable food distribution while maintaining neutrality in complex... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1555879012
• ISBN13: 9781555879013
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Lynne Rienner Pub
• Length: 354 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.5" x 5.8"

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From the book (page 353)

From the book: Widespread hunger continues to exist at the turn of the century, despite the efforts of scores of international relief organizations. Why? The authors of this book draw on both research and their firsthand field experience to explore the use of huger as a weapon in food crises around the world. They also discuss strategies to counter inequitable food distribution in complex, manipulative situations and review food policies to combat hunger and attain food justice. Founded in 1979 to fight against hunger and advocate for the legal right to food, Action Against Hunger is one of the leading international organizations working to assist victims of man-made famines.