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At a time when war and other forms of violence seem to be ubiquitous and increasing, this refreshing book provides some hope by looking at the brighter side of human nature. Though not ignoring violence and war, the authors focus on nonviolence and peace by analyzing a broad sample of indigenous societies. Included are the Mehinaku of Brazil, the Zapotec of Mexico, the Inuit of the Canadian Northwest Territories, the Semai of Malaysia, and the Kinga of Tanzania.
There is also a chapter on the Yanomami of Venezuela - usually characterized as highly violent - in which the peacefulness of everyday relationships is emphasized. The introductory chapters of the book review the mutual relevance of anthropology and peace studies, as well as the evolution of cooperation in human prehistory. A cross-cultural comparison of peacemaking and the institutions of peace likewise helps to frame the work.
In exploring neglected aspects of nonviolence and peace, this unique collection will find a broad readership: among scholars, in courses in anthropology and peace studies, and with a more general audience.
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Nonviolence, Cross-cultural studies, Peace, Peaceful societiesShowing 2 featured editions. View all 2 editions?
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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