
Genocide
Revised and Expanded Edition
Jane Springer(Author)
Jane Springer(Editor)
Groundwood Books Ltd ,Canada (Publisher)
Published on 14. November 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
186 pages
978-1-77306-760-5 (ISBN)
Description
What is genocide? Why does it happen? What can be done to prevent it from happening again?
At the end of the Second World War, with the establishment of the United Nations, the holding of the Nuremberg Trials and the adoption of the Genocide Convention, the international community assured itself that genocide would never happen again. But never again has become a meaningless phrase.
This book asks why. It also asks, what is genocide? Where has it happened in the past? Who is being threatened by genocide today? And what can we do to prevent this terrible crime from recurring?
Providing an overview of the history of genocide worldwide, this revised, expanded edition helps readers answer these questions. It brings them up to date with recent events-the killing of the Rohingya in Myanmar, the persecution of the Uyghurs in China, the broader recognition of the genocide of Indigenous Peoples, the resurgence of fighting in Darfur, and the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. It examines and elucidates the debates and controversies surrounding the use of the term genocide as well as the reasons for the common response by individuals, governments and the United Nations - denial.
Key Text Features
annotated resources
chapters
definitions
explanation
facts
further information
further reading
headings
historical context
illustrations
index
map
sidebars
table of contents
timeline
At the end of the Second World War, with the establishment of the United Nations, the holding of the Nuremberg Trials and the adoption of the Genocide Convention, the international community assured itself that genocide would never happen again. But never again has become a meaningless phrase.
This book asks why. It also asks, what is genocide? Where has it happened in the past? Who is being threatened by genocide today? And what can we do to prevent this terrible crime from recurring?
Providing an overview of the history of genocide worldwide, this revised, expanded edition helps readers answer these questions. It brings them up to date with recent events-the killing of the Rohingya in Myanmar, the persecution of the Uyghurs in China, the broader recognition of the genocide of Indigenous Peoples, the resurgence of fighting in Darfur, and the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. It examines and elucidates the debates and controversies surrounding the use of the term genocide as well as the reasons for the common response by individuals, governments and the United Nations - denial.
Key Text Features
annotated resources
chapters
definitions
explanation
facts
further information
further reading
headings
historical context
illustrations
index
map
sidebars
table of contents
timeline
Reviews / Votes
[A] thoroughly researched and all-too-relevant history ... The expansive yet concise text manages to tackle a broad, tough topic while remaining digestible to teen audiences. * Kirkus Reviews * Timely and relevant. * Booklist * Students ... will appreciate the clarity and honesty of this important, timely book. * Quill & Quire * Genocide is a call to all people to recognize early indicators of genocide, speak up, seek actions, listen to our neighbours, and help those in our midst who have experienced trauma to heal. * CM: Canadian Review of Materials *More details
Edition
Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Ontario
Canada
Target group
Young adult
US School Grade: From Ninth Grade to Twelfth Grade, Interest Age: From 14 to 18 years
Edition type
Revised edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Full page two-color illustrations accompany each chapter opener.
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 150 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
272 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-77306-760-5 (9781773067605)
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Jane Springer
Genocide
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08/2006
Groundwood Books Ltd ,Canada
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Persons
JANE SPRINGER is an author, editor and translator who has worked in international development. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
JANE SPRINGER is an author, editor and translator who has worked in international development. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
SANTIAGO SOLIS is a graphic designer, illustrator, art director and editor. His art has been exhibited internationally. He lives in Mexico City, Mexico.
JANE SPRINGER is an author, editor and translator who has worked in international development. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
SANTIAGO SOLIS is a graphic designer, illustrator, art director and editor. His art has been exhibited internationally. He lives in Mexico City, Mexico.