Focusing on the grim realities of mass murder, this resource offers comprehensive insights into genocide during the 20th and 21st centuries. It utilizes primary source documents to facilitate a deeper understanding of the causes, consequences, and contexts of these atrocities, making it invaluable for researchers and those seeking to grasp the complexities of this dark aspect of human history.
What exactly constitutes 'genocide'? How prevalent have instances of genocide been throughout history? How successful have efforts to prevent genocide been? These, and other questions, are addressed in Genocide: The Basics, a concise introduction to the study of the phenomenon of genocide. Case studies of genocide from throughout history are explored and analysed to address key issues in genocide studies.
Personal Accounts from Victims, Perpetrators, and Witnesses
Featuring first-person accounts, this volume provides a profound exploration of modern genocides, allowing readers to delve into the personal experiences of survivors. By presenting these narratives, it aims to enhance understanding of the atrocities and the impact of genocide, encouraging a deeper reflection on the horror of such events. The innovative approach highlights the human stories behind historical tragedies, making it a vital resource for those seeking to comprehend the complexities of genocide.
Discusses the works of fifty of the most influential scholars involved in the study of the Holocaust and genocide. Studying each scholar's background and influences, the authors examine the ways in which their major works have been received by critics and supporters, and analyse each thinker's contributions to the field.
Through first-hand accounts, the book explores the diverse experiences of upstanders, partisans, and survivors who resisted the Nazis during the Holocaust. It highlights various forms of resistance, ranging from bold acts of defiance to more subtle gestures, showcasing the resilience and courage of individuals in the face of oppression.
The Cambodian Genocide is explored through over 90 detailed articles by prominent scholars, providing a thorough examination of various topics and themes related to this historical tragedy. The work is further enriched by key primary source documents, making it an essential reference for students seeking to understand the complexities and impact of the genocide.
The Holocaust: The Basics is a concise introduction to the study of this seismic event in mid twentieth-century human history.The book takes an original approach as both a narrative and thematic introduction to the topic, and provides a core foundation for readers embarking upon their own study. It examines a range of perspectives and subjects surrounding the Holocaust, including:the perpetrators of the Holocaust the victims resistance to the Holocaust liberation legacies and survivors' memories of the Holocaust.Suppported by a chronology, glossary, questions for discussion, and boxed case studies that focus the reader's thoughts and develop their appreciation of the subjects considered more broadly, The Holocaust: The Basics is the ideal introduction to this controversial and widely debated topic for both students and the more general reader.