Name: Nonviolent Perspectives: A Transformative Philosophy for Practical Peacemaking (en Inglés)
SKU: 63397513
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Author: Andrew Fitz-Gibbon
ISBN: 9781839994418

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Nonviolent Perspectives: A Transformative Philosophy for Practical Peacemaking (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Anthem Press

Autor

Andrew Fitz-Gibbon

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

200

Encuadernación

Tapa Dura

ISBN13

9781839994418

Nonviolent Perspectives: A Transformative Philosophy for Practical Peacemaking (en Inglés)

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Reseña del libro "Nonviolent Perspectives: A Transformative Philosophy for Practical Peacemaking (en Inglés)"

This collection of essays delves into the central human problem of interpersonal violence, proposing nonviolence as a powerful antidote. Drawing from the author's personal experiences, philosophical reflections, and scholarly work over the past two decades, the book offers a multifaceted exploration of nonviolence through ethical, spiritual, and practical lenses. Beginning with the author's early pacifism shaped by the violence of the 1980s and the post-9/11 world, the essays provide insights into the complexities of practicing nonviolence in a violent society. The book examines various aspects of nonviolence, including the ethical foundations rooted in love and morality, the influence of spirituality and disciplined practice on peacemaking, and the practical challenges of nonviolent parenting. It engages with critical theories of violence, critiques deterministic views of human aggression, and explores the role of somaesthetics and body consciousness in cultivating a nonviolent ethos. The essays also tackle the philosophical underpinnings of political nonviolence, from pacifism and nonresistance to pragmatic approaches that challenge traditional definitions of success in conflict. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the book weaves together historical analysis, philosophical discourse, and personal narrative to present nonviolence as more than an ideal but as a practical guide for living. It highlights the importance of virtues such as kindness, empathy, and respect, drawing on the works of influential figures such as Gandhi, King, and Nhat Hanh. Ultimately, this collection seeks to inspire readers to consider nonviolence not merely as an ethical stance but as a transformative way of being in the world, offering hope for a less violent future.