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Zygmunt Bauman is one of the most inspirational and controversial
thinkers on the scene of contemporary sociology. For several
decades he has provided compelling analyses and diagnoses of a vast
variety of aspects of modern and liquid modern living. This book
considers the theoretical significance of his contribution to
sociology, but also discusses and adopts a critical stance towards
his work. The Sociology of Zygmunt Bauman introduces and critically
appraises some of the most significant as well as some of the
lesser known of Bauman's contributions to contemporary sociology.
An international team of scholars delineates and discusses how
Bauman's treatment of these themes challenges conventional wisdom
in sociology, thereby revising and revitalizing sociological
theory. As a special feature, the book concludes with Bauman's
intriguing reflections and contemplations on his own life and
intellectual trajectory, published here for the first time in
English. In this postscript aptly entitled 'Pro Domo Sua' ('About
Myself'), he describes the pushes and pulls that throughout the
years have shaped his thinking.
Zygmunt Bauman is one of the most inspirational and controversial
thinkers on the scene of contemporary sociology. For several
decades he has provided compelling analyses and diagnoses of a vast
variety of aspects of modern and liquid modern living. This book
considers the theoretical significance of his contribution to
sociology, but also discusses and adopts a critical stance towards
his work. The Sociology of Zygmunt Bauman introduces and critically
appraises some of the most significant as well as some of the
lesser known of Bauman's contributions to contemporary sociology.
An international team of scholars delineates and discusses how
Bauman's treatment of these themes challenges conventional wisdom
in sociology, thereby revising and revitalizing sociological
theory. As a special feature, the book concludes with Bauman's
intriguing reflections and contemplations on his own life and
intellectual trajectory, published here for the first time in
English. In this postscript aptly entitled 'Pro Domo Sua' ('About
Myself'), he describes the pushes and pulls that throughout the
years have shaped his thinking.
Resolving International Conflict rethinks the dynamics of conflict
escalation and continuation by engaging with research from the wide
range of subfields in this area. The book suggests a new framework
for understanding conflict as a particular form of situation,
interaction and tension. It shows how conflicts are shaped by
varied dynamics relating to emotion, securitization, incentives,
digital technology and violence; even attempts at monitoring,
resolving or remembering conflicts may end up contributing to their
escalation or continuation. Split into two sections, the first part
focuses on the question of why and how conflicts escalate, while
the second part analyses the continuation of conflict. The book
features several case studies of conflict escalation and
continuation - in Bahrain, Israel-Palestine, South Sudan, Northern
Ireland and, most prominently, the case of the Syrian uprising and
subsequent civil war. Throughout the book, and, in particular, in
the conclusion, the consequences for conflict transformation are
discussed. This work will be of much interest to students of
conflict resolution, peace studies, war and conflict studies,
security studies and international relations, in general.
Resolving International Conflict rethinks the dynamics of conflict
escalation and continuation by engaging with research from the wide
range of subfields in this area. The book suggests a new framework
for understanding conflict as a particular form of situation,
interaction and tension. It shows how conflicts are shaped by
varied dynamics relating to emotion, securitization, incentives,
digital technology and violence; even attempts at monitoring,
resolving or remembering conflicts may end up contributing to their
escalation or continuation. Split into two sections, the first part
focuses on the question of why and how conflicts escalate, while
the second part analyses the continuation of conflict. The book
features several case studies of conflict escalation and
continuation - in Bahrain, Israel-Palestine, South Sudan, Northern
Ireland and, most prominently, the case of the Syrian uprising and
subsequent civil war. Throughout the book, and, in particular, in
the conclusion, the consequences for conflict transformation are
discussed. This work will be of much interest to students of
conflict resolution, peace studies, war and conflict studies,
security studies and international relations, in general.
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