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The Encyclopedia of Peace Psychology

Daniel J Christie editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:2nd Dec '11

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The Encyclopedia of Peace Psychology, available online through Wiley Online Library or as a three-volume print set, is a state-of-the-art resource featuring almost 300 entries contributed by leading international scholars that examine the psychological dimensions of peace and conflict studies. 

  • First reference work to focus exclusively on psychological analyses and perspectives on peace and conflict
  • Cross-disciplinary, linking psychology to other social science disciplines
  • Includes nearly 300 entries written and edited by leading scholars in the field from around the world
  • Examines key concepts, theories, methods, issues, and practices that are defining this growing field in the 21st century
  • Includes timely topics such as genocide, hate crimes, torture, terrorism, racism, child abuse, and more
  • A valuable reference for psychologists, and scholars, students, and practitioners in peace and conflict studies





  An ALA 2013 Outstanding Reference Source

“When I look at some of the other reference books that come to Reference Reviews, with their double alphabetical sequences, inadequate cross-referencing, no thought given to a choice of sought terms for headings, no indexes, no mention of useful web resources, etc., I am really impressed with the design of this book. ”  (Reference Reviews, 1 December 2012)

“Summing Up: Essential.  Libraries supporting programs in peace psychology.  Optional.  Other libraries supporting upper-level undergraduates and above.   (Choice, 1 July  2012)

ISBN: 9781405196444

Dimensions: 287mm x 239mm x 130mm

Weight: 2948g

1376 pages