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Eugene Kennedy (Hardcover)
William Van Ornum; Foreword by Michael Leach
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Reflecting on the legacies of Timor-Leste's remarkable journey from
colonialism to sovereign and democratic Independence, the Routledge
Handbook of Contemporary Timor-Leste provides a comprehensive and
up-to-date reference work on all aspects of life in Timor-Leste.
Following an introduction and overview of the country, the Handbook
is divided into five parts: Politics and governance Economics and
development Social policies and the terms of inclusion Cultural
impacts Regional relations Written by an international team of
experts, the Handbook covers the principle concerns that have
contributed significantly to the shape and character of
contemporary Timor-Leste. It offers a timely and valuable reference
guide for students, scholars and policymakers with an interest in
International Relations, Southeast Asian Studies and Peace Studies.
A hundred famous writers share their experiences, essays, fiction,
poems, meditations, and inspired ideas on the joy of being
thankful. These honest and heartfelt writings will add gladness to
your days. * Wendell Berry * David Brooks * Joan Chittister * James
Martin * Thich Nhat Hanh * Henri Nouwen * Mary Oliver * Richard
Rohr * Joyce Rupp * David Steindl-Rast * Rowan Williams and many
others whose spiritual perceptions already bring joy and faith to
millions.
Timor-Leste's long journey to nationhood spans 450 years of
colonial rule by Portugal, a short-lived independence in 1975, and
a 24-year occupation by Indonesia. This book examines the history
of nation-building and national identity in Timor-Leste, and the
evolution of a collective identity through two consecutive colonial
occupations, and into the post-independence era. It charts the
evolution of the idea of an East Timorese nation: its origins, its
sources, and its competitors in traditional understandings of
political community, and the distinct colonial visions imposed by
Portugal or Indonesia. The author analyses the evolution of ideas
of collective identity under the long era of Portuguese colonial
rule, and through the 24-year struggle for independence from
Indonesia from 1975 to 1999. Reflecting the contested history of
the territory, these include successive attempts to define its
members as colonial subjects in a wider 'pluri-racial' Portuguese
empire, as citizens in an 'integrated' province of the Republic of
Indonesia - and, of course, as a nation that demanded its right to
self-determination. Finally, the host of nation-building tensions
and fault lines that emerged after the restoration of independence
in 2002 are discussed. Examining the history of debates and
conflict over national identity, national history, cultural
heritage, language policy, and relationships between distinct
regions, generations, and language groups, this book will be of
interest to academics in the fields of Asian studies, nationalism
studies, and international and community development.
East Timor continues to be an example of a state built from the
ground up, a society rebuilding itself after almost a quarter of a
century of profound trauma, and consecutive eras of colonialism.
The impact East Timor has had, and continues to have, across a
range of fields, belies the small size of its population and
territory.
This book examines the key challenges of national building in
Timor-Leste in the ten years since the 1999 independence
referendum. It addresses key issues in the development and
reconstruction of an independent East Timor, highlighting its
successes and its failures, as well as a set of unresolved issues
confronting the state. East Timor provides a clear example of the
challenges of post-conflict nation-building. Following the 1999
violence which precipitated institutional collapse within the
territory, East Timor was often described as a nation without a
state . Prior to the resurgence of violence in April 2006, the
UN-led mission in East Timor (UNTAET) was considered one of the
most successful examples of international state-building
intervention.
The author examines the history of debates and conflict over
issues of national identity, national history, cultural heritage,
language policy, and relationships between distinct regions,
generations, and language groups. Interdisciplinary in its
approach, the analysis links qualitative studies of cultural
nationalism with quantitative analyses of popular attitudes to
national identity. The book argues that nation-building - in the
sense of creating the conditions for social cohesion, political
stability and identity formation - is a neglected dimension of the
state-building process in post-independence Timor-Leste, and that
these national faultlines have been key sources of civil conflict
since independence. "
Essays, fiction, poems, meditations, and inspired ideas by renowned
writers from around the world offer readers inspiring reflections
on the grace and rewards of being kind. Included are selections by
Victor Hugo, Anne Lamott, James Martin, Dorothy Day, George
Saunders, Mother Teresa, and many others.
Child-friendly text introduces young readers to the world of
animals, making this book a wonderful learning tool.
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Eugene Kennedy (Paperback)
William Van Ornum; Foreword by Michael Leach
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R443
R365
Discovery Miles 3 650
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Reflecting on the legacies of Timor-Leste's remarkable journey from
colonialism to sovereign and democratic Independence, the Routledge
Handbook of Contemporary Timor-Leste provides a comprehensive and
up-to-date reference work on all aspects of life in Timor-Leste.
Following an introduction and overview of the country, the Handbook
is divided into five parts: Politics and governance Economics and
development Social policies and the terms of inclusion Cultural
impacts Regional relations Written by an international team of
experts, the Handbook covers the principle concerns that have
contributed significantly to the shape and character of
contemporary Timor-Leste. It offers a timely and valuable reference
guide for students, scholars and policymakers with an interest in
International Relations, Southeast Asian Studies and Peace Studies.
Experiencing the Truth communicates the need of a vibrant,
experiential, Reformed Christianity among African-Americans and all
believers.
How does a believer choose a church to attend? Sadly too many
Christians search for churches that serve them and meet their
perceived needs. Instead they should prefer places where God is
exalted and biblical truth and Christian doctrine are proclaimed.
Such churches are essential if Christians are to understand what
God is doing and what he calls His people to be.
Experiencing the Truth presents these truths not simply to
African-American churches, but also to the whole church today.
Anthony Carter, Michael Leach, and Ken Jones clearly present the
need for a vibrant, experiential, Reformed Christianity among
African-Americans. These authors lay out the biblical basis for
choosing and attending a church, and they demonstrate how the
historic Reformed expression has been the most biblically accurate
and experientially consistent expression of Christianity.
A celebration of the treasured traditions, rituals, and stories
that run through the bloodstream of American Catholics
For Andrew Greeley, it is the reverence of Christmas night and the
exultation of Easter morn. Martin Scorsese, like many others,
remains grateful for the nuns who rapped his knuckles but built his
self-esteem. Mary Gordon recalls the sense of lightness that
follows confession; Vince Lombardi, the strength he derived from
Mass; and Christopher Buckley, the role St. Thomas More plays in
his writing. This is not a book of theology. It is about the beauty
at the heart of Catholicism. It is about what Teilhard de Chardin
called "the chosen part of things." It is about family and
community, the value of Catholic education, the significance of
sacraments and milestones, and the cultural impact of
Catholicism--there are lists of the ten best Catholic novels, the
ten best Catholic movies, ten Catholic heroes of the twentieth
century, ten good reasons to raise your kids Catholic, fifty things
Catholics like best about being Catholic, and much more ... "From
the Hardcover edition.
The Politics of Timor-Leste explores the critical issues facing
the Asia-Pacific's youngest nation as it seeks to consolidate a
democracy following years of international intervention. The
authors study the challenges that have burdened the state since it
broke from Indonesia amid the violence of 1999 and formally
achieved full independence in 2002. They assess the notable
accomplishments of Timor-Leste s leaders and citizens, and consider
the country s future prospects as international organizations
prepare to depart. A close study of Timor-Leste sheds light on
ambitious state-building projects that have been initiated, with
varying success, across the globe.
Contributors to this volume map the nation s recent political
evolution through studies of its constitutional debates, political
parties, and foreign policy responses to powerful neighbors. They
address the social and economic conditions that complicate
Timor-Leste s political development, such as gender discrimination,
poverty, corruption, and security-sector volatility. The
contemporary history of Timor-Leste reflects the experiences of
many postcolonial and developing countries that have sought to
establish a viable state following conflict and a declaration of
independence. This small nation has been the subject of five
consecutive UN missions with varying mandates. The Politics of
Timor-Leste ought to serve as a key source for comparative
postcolonial studies and a guide to future trends in international
state-building and assistance."
The Politics of Timor-Leste explores the critical issues facing
the Asia-Pacific's youngest nation as it seeks to consolidate a
democracy following years of international intervention. The
authors study the challenges that have burdened the state since it
broke from Indonesia amid the violence of 1999 and formally
achieved full independence in 2002. They assess the notable
accomplishments of Timor-Leste s leaders and citizens, and consider
the country s future prospects as international organizations
prepare to depart. A close study of Timor-Leste sheds light on
ambitious state-building projects that have been initiated, with
varying success, across the globe.
Contributors to this volume map the nation s recent political
evolution through studies of its constitutional debates, political
parties, and foreign policy responses to powerful neighbors. They
address the social and economic conditions that complicate
Timor-Leste s political development, such as gender discrimination,
poverty, corruption, and security-sector volatility. The
contemporary history of Timor-Leste reflects the experiences of
many postcolonial and developing countries that have sought to
establish a viable state following conflict and a declaration of
independence. This small nation has been the subject of five
consecutive UN missions with varying mandates. The Politics of
Timor-Leste ought to serve as a key source for comparative
postcolonial studies and a guide to future trends in international
state-building and assistance."
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