The myth of "ethnic conflict" : politics, economics, and "cultural" violence
"The Myth of 'Ethnic Conflict': Politics, Economics, and 'Cultural' Violence," edited by Beverly Crawford and Ronnie D. Lipschutz, challenges the conventional understanding of ethnic conflicts by examining the underlying political and economic factors. The volume argues that such conflicts are often rooted in issues like economic discrimination and the politicization of cultural identities, rather than inherent ethnic differences. Through case studies from regions including Asia, Eastern Europe, North Africa, the former Soviet Union, and the United States, the contributors demonstrate how globalization and economic liberalization can exacerbate tensions, leading to identity politics and violence. The book emphasizes the importance of strong political institutions that promote social integration to mitigate these conflicts. Published in 1998 by the University of California at Berkeley's International and Area Studies, this comprehensive work offers a critical perspective on the complexities of cultural violence
Print Book, English, ©1998
International and Area Studies, University of California at Berkeley, [Berkeley], ©1998