Justice and Reconciliation After Violence

Author: [UK] Roger Smith
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: "Justice and Reconciliation After Violence" is a meticulously designed and literary exquisite masterpiece. After the era of violence and criminal actions carried out in the name of the state has passed, South America, Europe, and South Africa have been seeking justice and reconciliation. Andrew Roger Smith has studied the different experiences of these regions in the book. How can societies scarred by violent conflicts encourage their members to adopt a reconciliatory attitude toward the past? How can a foundation be laid for a peaceful and stable future? How can the impulse for revenge be addressed? How should those responsible for state violence during the previous government period be dealt with? How can individuals and communities make their utmost efforts to properly address the aftermath of national trauma? This book explores these painful and perplexing issues, specifically analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of different societies in dealing with past traumas, and clearly highlights the connection between accepting the past and embracing a culture of peace for the present and the future.