Routledge Understanding Disputes: The Politics of Argument

Explore the complex nature of human conflict with Understanding Disputes: The Politics of Argument. Part of the Explorations in Anthropology series, this volume examines whether disputes are truly resolved or if people simply learn to accommodate them and live with the results. Through the work of leading specialists in the anthropology of law and disputing behavior, this book investigates how quarrels are managed across diverse social settings. From Ireland to East Africa, the text provides a global perspective on how people seek to resolve or live alongside disagreements. This book is an essential resource for students and professionals interested in the anthropology of law. It offers deep insights into how local dispute settlement procedures might be applied to wider environments. As conflict increases in many parts of the world, this volume provides a necessary look at the social mechanisms used to handle tension and disagreement.