Towards a Just and Ecologically Sustainable Peace: Navigating the Great Transition

This book explores the values and principles needed for a shift to a 'Just and Ecologically Sustainable Peace' and brings together insights from diverse disciplines to address the need for a holistic approach to countering violence.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 363 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This book is a groundbreaking exploration of the urgent need to develop a comprehensive and holistic approach to countering violence, one that seamlessly integrates concepts of peace, justice, and the care of our planet. It stands out as a unique and profound work, as it goes beyond merely articulating 'just peace' as a human concern and delves into the mindset required for a transformative shift towards a 'just and ecologically sustainable peace.' The book takes a global perspective, drawing upon insights from Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific region. It incorporates valuable insights from various disciplines, including Indigenous relationships to land, ecological feminism, ecological philosophy, social sciences, and a diverse range of religious and non-religious cosmologies.

The contributors to this book, drawn from diverse academic backgrounds, bring their collective professional expertise and passionate engagement to shed light on the challenging decisions that lie ahead. Through their insightful contributions, the book offers a rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives that will inspire and guide us in our collective efforts to create a more peaceful and sustainable world.

Weight: 498g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811550232
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020