Current Debates in Peace and Conflict Studies

Designed for introductory courses, Current Debates in Peace and Conflict Studies presents fifty readings drawn from major publications including Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy, Science, and The Washington Post. Addressing theoretical, methodological, and practical issues, the selections include scholarly readings that introduce students to key debates in the field along with more informal readings that help students to engage with the material and see how it relates to their daily lives.

An excellent stand-alone text, Current Debates in Peace and Conflict Studies is also a perfect companion to the editor's textbook, Invitation to Peace Studies, or David P. Barash's Approaches to Peace, Fourth Edition. Each section includes a short introductory essay and discussion questions that guide students in their reading.