What Is Genocide? Paperback Martin Shaw

Free US Delivery | ISBN:0745631835
Better World Books West
(357589)
Registered as a business seller
US $11.10
Approximately£8.22
Condition:
Good
Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition ... Read moreAbout condition
2 available
Breathe easy. Returns accepted.
Postage:
Free Economy Shipping.
Located in: Reno, Nevada, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Sat, 30 Aug and Thu, 4 Sep to 94104
Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyer's proximity to the item location, the delivery service selected, the seller's delivery history and other factors. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods.
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return postage. If you use an eBay delivery label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Payments:
    Diners Club

Shop with confidence

eBay Money Back Guarantee
Get the item you ordered or your money back. Learn moreeBay Money Back Guarantee - opens new window or tab
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:277280452241
Last updated on 27 Aug, 2025 15:55:07 BSTView all revisionsView all revisions

Item specifics

Condition
Good
A book that has been read, but is in good condition. Minimal damage to the book cover eg. scuff marks, but no holes or tears. If this is a hard cover, the dust jacket may be missing. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with some creasing or tearing, and pencil underlining of text, but this is minimal. No highlighting of text, no writing in the margins, and no missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
Seller notes
“Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition ...
Special Attributes
EX-LIBRARY
Book Title
What Is Genocide? Paperback Martin Shaw
ISBN
9780745631837
Category

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Polity Press
ISBN-10
0745631835
ISBN-13
9780745631837
eBay Product ID (ePID)
48664243

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
232 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
What Is Genocide?
Subject
Genocide & War Crimes
Publication Year
2007
Features
Revised
Type
Textbook
Author
Martin Shaw
Subject Area
Political Science
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
12.8 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
6.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"This book is rigorous and robust and puts forth a compelling case ... Shaw's idea of genocide as a form of warfare is rich, compelling and important."Alex J. Bellamy in International Affairs, By re-examining the sources of the genocide concept in the thought of its inventor, Raphael Lemkin, in light of classical and contemporary social theory, Martin Shaw is able to correct the cumulative distortions in definition and analysis of earlier practitioners of genocide studies, thereby making genocide a viable category with which to understand perhaps the most disturbing aspects of the past and present world. Scholars in the field will welcome his intelligent discussion of the issues even where they may differ in emphasis., "This book is rigorous and robust and puts forth a compelling case ... Shaw's idea of genocide as a form of warfare is rich, compelling and important." Alex J. Bellamy, International Affairs "Its contribution as a text that might be useful pedagogically is beyond question." British Journal of Sociology "Martin Shaw argues that genocide studies have mistakenly focused on the intentions of the perpetrators and the identities of the victims rather than on the structure of conflict situations. He wants us to return closer to Raphael Lemkin's original definition of genocide, which focused on attacks by the armed on the unarmed. Genocide, Shaw says, is a form of war directed against civilians. Whether we will all agree on how to define terms like 'genocide' or 'ethnic cleansing', his book is a model of conceptual clarity and cogent argument, a valuable addition to the literature, greatly assisting our understanding of genocide." Michael Mann, University of California, Los Angeles "By re-examining the sources of the genocide concept in the thought of its inventor, Raphael Lemkin, in light of classical and contemporary social theory, Martin Shaw is able to correct the cumulative distortions in definition and analysis of earlier practitioners of 'genocide studies', thereby making genocide a viable category with which to understand perhaps the most disturbing aspects of the past and present world. Scholars in the field will welcome his intelligent discussion of the issues even where they may differ in emphasis." Dirk Moses , University of Sydney, 'Martin Shaw argues that genocide studies have mistakenly focused on the intentions of the perpetrators and the identities of the victims rather than on the structure of conflict situations. He wants us to return closer to Raphael Lemkin 's original definition of genocide, which focused on attacks by the armed on the unarmed. Genocide, Shaw says, is a form of war directed against civilians. Whether we will all agree on how to define terms like "genocide " or "ethnic cleansing ", his book is a model of conceptual clarity and cogent argument, a valuable addition to the literature, greatly assisting our understanding of genocide. 'Michael Mann, University of California, Los Angeles'By re-examining the sources of the genocide concept in the thought of its inventor, Raphael Lemkin, in light of classical and contemporary social theory, Martin Shaw is able to correct the cumulative distortions in definition and analysis of earlier practitioners of "genocide studies ", thereby making genocide a viable category with which to understand perhaps the most disturbing aspects of the past and present world. Scholars in the field will welcome his intelligent discussion of the issues even where they may differ in emphasis. 'Dirk Moses, University of Sydney, & 'Martin Shaw argues that genocide studies have mistakenly focused on the intentions of the perpetrators and the identities of the victims rather than on the structure of conflict situations. He wants us to return closer to Raphael Lemkin & 's original definition of genocide, which focused on attacks by the armed on the unarmed. Genocide, Shaw says, is a form of war directed against civilians. Whether we will all agree on how to define terms like & "genocide & " or & "ethnic cleansing & ", his book is a model of conceptual clarity and cogent argument, a valuable addition to the literature, greatly assisting our understanding of genocide. & 'Michael Mann, University of California, Los Angeles& 'By re-examining the sources of the genocide concept in the thought of its inventor, Raphael Lemkin, in light of classical and contemporary social theory, Martin Shaw is able to correct the cumulative distortions in definition and analysis of earlier practitioners of & "genocide studies & ", thereby making genocide a viable category with which to understand perhaps the most disturbing aspects of the past and present world. Scholars in the field will welcome his intelligent discussion of the issues even where they may differ in emphasis. & 'Dirk Moses, University of Sydney'There is much to be admired in this book. It is rigorous and robust and puts forth a compelling case. It will also be the source of much debate within Genocide Studies and, hopefully, further afield ... Shaw's idea of genocide as a form of warfare - a theme first set out in his earlier work - is rich, compelling and important.'International Affairs
Dewey Decimal
304.6/63
Edition Description
Revised edition
Table Of Content
Contents Preface INTRODUCTION 1 the Sociological Crime Social classification and genocide Studying genocide? Disciplining the study Sociology and the sociological crime Revisiting concepts and classification PART ONE THE CONTRADICTIONS OF GENOCIDE THEORY 2 Neglected Foundations Genocide as social destruction and its connections with war Lemkin's sociological framework Genocide and the laws of war Separation of genocide from war Narrowing genocide to physical destruction A new definition 3 the Maximal Standard the significance of the Holocaust Holocaust 'uniqueness' the Holocaust standard in comparative study Holocausts and genocides 4 the Minimal Euphemism the substitution of 'ethnic cleansing' for genocide Origins of 'cleansing' terminology 'Cleansing' and genocide 'Non-genocidal' expulsions: the case of the Germans Connections between post-war 'cleansing' and the Holocaust Peaceful, legal 'transfers' and 'exchanges'? the territorial dimension 5 Conceptual Proliferation the many 'cides' of genocide New frameworks: murderous cleansing and democide Ethnocide and cultural genocide Gendercide Politicide Classicide Urbicide Auto-genocide Genocide as a framework PART TWO THE SOCIOLOGY OF GENOCIDE 6 From Intentionality to a Structural Concept Social action, social relations and conflict Intention in the light of a sociology of action Limits of intentionality Social relations and a structure of conflict 7 Elements of Genocidal Conflict Social groups, destruction and war Social groups in genocide the destruction of groups Genocide as war 8 the Missing Concept of Genocide Studies the civilian category and its social meaning the civilian enemy Civilians in international law the social production of civilians Civilians, combatants and social stratification Civilian resistance and genocidal war 9 Explanations From modernity to warfare Types of genocide Modernity Culture and psychology Economy Politics Warfare Domestic and international 10 CONCLUSION the Relevance of Conceptual Analysis Genocide in 21st century politics New historic conditions for genocide? Contemporary challenge: the case of Darfur
Synopsis
In this intellectually and politically potent new book, Martin Shaw proposes a way through the confusion surrounding the idea of genocide. He considers the origins and development of the concept, and its relationships to other forms of political violence., In this intellectually and politically potent new book, Martin Shaw proposes a way through the confusion surrounding the idea of genocide. He considers the origins and development of the concept and its relationships to other forms of political violence., In this intellectually and politically potent new book, Martin Shaw proposes a way through the confusion surrounding the idea of genocide. He considers the origins and development of the concept, and its relationships to other forms of political violence. Offering a radical critique of the existing literature on genocide, Shaw argues that what distinguishes genocide from more legitimate warfare is that the ls" enemiesrs" targeted are groups and individuals of a civilian character. He vividly illustrates his argument from a wide range of historical episodes, and shows how the question ls" what is genocide'rs" matters politically whenever populations are threatened by violence. This compelling book will undoubtedly open up vigorous debate, appealing to students and scholars across the social sciences, and in law. His arguments will be of lasting importance., In this intellectually and politically potent new book, Martin Shaw proposes a way through the confusion surrounding the idea of genocide. He considers the origins and development of the concept and its relationships to other forms of political violence. Offering a radical critique of the existing literature on genocide, Shaw argues that what distinguishes genocide from more legitimate warfare is that the enemies targeted are groups and individuals of a civilian character. He vividly illustrates his argument from a wide range of historical episodes, and shows how the question 'What is genocide?' matters politically whenever populations are threatened by violence. This compelling book will undoubtedly open up vigorous debate, appealing to students and scholars across the social sciences and in law. Shaw's arguments will be of lasting importance.
LC Classification Number
HV6322.7

Item description from the seller

Seller business information

I certify that all my selling activities will comply with all EU laws and regulations.
About this seller

Better World Books West

98.6% positive Feedback1.5M items sold

Joined Jul 2016
Registered as a business seller
Better World Books is a for-profit, socially conscious business and a global online bookseller that collects and sells new and used books online, matching each purchase with a book donation. Each sale ...
See more

Detailed seller ratings

Average for the last 12 months
Accurate description
4.8
Reasonable postage cost
5.0
Delivery time
5.0
Communication
5.0

Popular categories from this shop

Seller Feedback (435,522)

All ratings
Positive
Neutral
Negative
  • c***m (431)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past 6 months
    Verified purchase
    WOW!; I cannot believe this 1 Week to Hawaii! ; AAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii!; Shipped 05/22 Received 06/02 Mon to Hawaii using free shipping; USPS Ground Mail, Hardback Book in Excellent Condition--Better Than Described ; Heavier than expected, TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!
  • h***2 (1178)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past 6 months
    Verified purchase
    The book arrived swiftly packaged in a protective plastic envelope, but it was a paperback not hardcover as listed. I contacted seller and they apologized, refunded me and suggested several things to do with the book after allowing me to keep it. I have gone ahead and ordered a hardcover from the same seller. I’m a repeat customer and hope to remain so. This mixup was a first, but I’m very impressed with their prompt response and professionalism. Kudos :)
  • f***f (1605)- Feedback left by buyer.
    Past 6 months
    Verified purchase
    Excellent Seller, Goes the Extra Mile. The Seller Was Incredibly Communicative. Smooth Transaction, Shipped Very Quickly, As Advertised; Good Price; Well Packaged & Delivered Within a Few Days. Item in Described Promised Condition, Thank You Very Much!!!!!!!!!!! A+