Routledge Civil Resistance and Conflict Transformation Book

Explore the complex shifts from armed conflict to nonviolent resistance in this academic volume from Routledge. As global interest in nonviolent struggle grows following events like the 2011 Arab Spring, this book provides a timely look at how movements change their strategic approach. It examines the specific decision-making processes and the rationale behind why armed groups choose to transition toward unarmed resistance. This study is particularly relevant for understanding alternative pathways out of conflict when military operations or traditional negotiations fail to provide solutions. By investigating the determining factors of these strategic shifts, the text offers deep insights into the potential of nonviolent struggle as a viable tool for change. This volume brings together perspectives from various disciplinary traditions to provide a comprehensive view of peace and conflict resolution. It serves as a valuable resource for those studying the mechanisms of social and political change through the lens of anthropology and sociology.