Discover "Breaking the Cycles of Hatred," a profound exploration of the intricate relationship between violence and accountability. This book, published by Princeton University Press in 2003, delves into the dynamics of retaliation and the importance of innovative legal approaches in breaking these pervasive cycles of violence. With a focus on political and legal theory, Martha Minow draws from compelling essays to discuss how legal institutions, such as truth commissions and civil damage actions, can effectively address the roots of hate without feeding into further vengeance. This essential read provides invaluable insights for anyone interested in understanding how to foster justice and personal integrity amid conflict. Whether you're studying law, political science, or social justice, this influential work is a must-have addition to your collection. Enhance your grasp of the mechanisms behind cycles of hatred and the potential for transformative justice.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691096636
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2003
Publisher: Princeton University Press


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Violence so often begets violence. Victims respond with revenge only to inspire seemingly endless cycles of retaliation. Conflicts between nations, between ethnic groups, between strangers, and between family members differ in so many ways and yet often share this dynamic. In this study, Martha Minow and others ask: what explains these cycles and what can break them??;p What lessons can we draw from one form of violence that might be relevant to others??;p Can legal responses to violence provide accountability but avoid escalating vengeance? If so, what kinds of legal institutions and practices can make a difference? What kinds risk failure??;p"Breaking the Cycles of Hatred" represents a blend of political and legal theory, one that focuses on the double-edged role of memory in fuelling cycles of hatred and maintaining justice and personal integrity. Its centerpiece comprises three penetrating essays by Minow. She argues that innovative legal institutions and practices, such as truth commissions and civil damage actions against groups that sponsor hate, often work better than more conventional criminal proceedings and sanctions.
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