Civil and Uncivil Violence in Lebanon: A History of the Internationalization of Communal Conflict

By Samir Khalaf

Book Overview

Khalaf analyzes the history of civil strife and political violence in his native Lebanon and reveals what he views as the inherent contradictions that have plagued that country, particularly its vulnerability to inter-Arab and superpower rivalries. He asks: How can a fairly peaceful and resourceful society, with an impressive history of viable pluralism, coexistence, and republicanism, become the site of so much barbarism and incivility?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231124775
• ISBN13: 9780231124775
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.7" x 8.6"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher