The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Chechen Conflict through a detailed chronology, an introductory essay, and extensive appendices. It features over 500 cross-referenced entries that explore key figures, political dynamics, economic aspects, foreign relations, religious influences, and cultural elements related to the conflict, making it a valuable resource for understanding this complex historical event.
The ongoing struggle for Chechen independence amidst the backdrop of the Russo-Chechen wars highlights the deep-rooted conflict and the Chechen people's resilience. Despite facing relentless aggression from Russia, the quest for national sovereignty remains a central theme, illustrating the broader issues of ethnic tensions and the challenges faced by minority groups in the region. This context emphasizes the complexities of identity and autonomy in a landscape marked by violence and political strife.
This book is designed as an undergraduate textbook to be used as a foundation text for peace and conflict studies (PACS) programs or for anyone interested in an overview of the field of peace and conflict studies. The book provides an introduction to the field balancing theory, research, and practice.
100 IDEAS: QUICK - EASY - INSPIRED - OUTSTANDINGA new addition to the best-selling 100 Ideas series, offering teachers quick and easy ways to engage students, convey complex knowledge, and build students' history-specific thinking skills. The activities in this book aim to embrace what is mind-boggling, bizarre and extraordinary about history and tap into students' innate curiosity and wonder, while still catering to the twin pressures of exam results and observation. With this criteria in mind, there are plenty of tips on demonstrating progress, ways of differentiating, preparing students for history assessments and examinations - while still having fun.