“The second edition of the Contemporary Conflict Resolution is certainly much needed and timely considering the rapid growth in research, practice and number of academic institutions that have been created since the publication of the widely used first edition. Utilizing their rich experience of working in conflict zone areas (especially Africa and South East Asia), the authors have managed to update this edition with comprehensive and refreshing practical case studies and examples from the Middle East, South Africa and Sri Lanka, as well as post-September 11 events. The wide theoretical frameworks and models presented in this edition are essential for any student, instructor and practitioner of conflict resolution. With this revised edition, the book will continue to occupy a leading spot among the few comprehensive and classic texts in the field. The book effectively challenges and responds to the basic critique of the field and suggests various alternatives for theoreticians, practitioners and policy-makers in defining and utilizing the wide range of tools and concepts in the field of conflict resolution.”
— Mohammed Abunimer, American University, Washington DC
“This is by far one of the best textbooks in the field of peace and conflict studies. Not only does it provide a comprehensive theoretical review and a broad range of empirical examples, it also charts new directions. These qualities will without doubt make it one of the main texts in use in the field at universities around the world.”
— Oliver Richmond, University of St Andrews
“The first edition of this work was the best, single-volume survey of the field of conflict analysis and resolution at the end of the twentieth century, and rapidly established itself as the key introduction for anyone interested in issues of war, peace and justice — nationally and internationally. This new, updated edition has lost none of its original qualities, but now has been much expanded to cover ideas, conundrums and cases that have emerged over the last decade. It is truly an indispensable guidebook for conflicts occurring in the first years of the twenty-first century.”
— Christopher Mitchell, George Mason University
“If there is one obligatory book to have upon your shelf about issues of conflict - this is it. It is both useful and inspiring, and should be read by all who are interested in addressing the conflicts, the wars and the violence that are plaguing our world to-day.”
— Marie Fitzduff, Brandeis University
“Since it was first published, Contemporary Conflict Resolution has become the definitive guide to the emergence of conflict resolution as a field of academic and practical enquiry. In this new edition, the authors have substantially updated and extended their analysis, both to reflect the many developments in the field but, more importantly, to embrace the radical new trends in international conflict since the 9/11 attacks. Contemporary Conflict Resolution is an essential text for students of conflict at any level, from the individual to the international, whether in universities, non-government organizations or think tanks. It should have as prominent a place in defence colleges and foreign ministries, as much as in peace research institutes.”
— Paul Rogers, University of Bradford
“This is an outstanding book, building upon an excellent and very well-received first edition. It is a comprehensive textbook, but it also has a coherent and compelling overarching intellectual agenda.”
— Edward Newman, United Nations University
