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Type(s) de contenu et mode(s) de consultation : Texte noté : électronique
Titre(s) : Symbols that bind, symbols that divide [Texte électronique] : the semiotics of peace and conflict / Scott L. Moeschberger, Rebekah A. Phillips DeZalia, editors
Publication : Cham : Springer, cop. 2014
Description matérielle : 1 online resource
Collection : Peace psychology book series
Note(s) : Includes bibliographical references and index. - Online resource; title from PDF title page (Ebsco; viewed on May 20, 2014).
This work explores the function of both divisive and uniting symbols in various conflict
settings around the world. It takes a fairly broad perspective on what constitutes
a symbol, to include objects such as flags, signs, language, and monuments, all of
which convey conflicting meanings in a society affected by conflict. In addition,
the authors include commemorations and other dynamic events that serve as a means
for groups or individuals to connect with past generations, celebrate a heritage,
and possibly express religiosity. In order to provide context for the nuances surrounding
the symbols, there are brief historical overviews for each conflict featured in the
volume. In each chapter, three issues are emphasized: the particular symbols that
are divisive in the specific culture; how these symbols were used to perpetuate conflict;
and how these symbols can be used or modified to bring unification. Contributions
come from authors from around the world that have conducted empirical studies on intergroup
relationships or have provided significant academic contributions in the area of symbols
and collective memories represented in theoretical publications. Taken together, the
contents of the volume provide a rich tapestry of intellectual analyses to the diverse
selection of conflict settings from around the globe. In addition to the nine case
studies, there is an introductory chapter, which grounds the discussion in current
peace psychology literature as well as provides future directions. This volume is
a valuable resource to many, as the focus on symbols can span many disciplines such
as political science, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and art. Furthermore, it
is of significant interest to all scholars and peace activists studying these various
countries and their conflicts
Autre(s) auteur(s) : Moeschberger, Scott L.. Fonction indéterminée
DeZalia, Rebekah A. Phillips. Fonction indéterminée
Sujet(s) : Signes et symboles
Sémiotique -- Société
Symbolisme en politique
Symbolisme -- Aspect psychologique
Gestion des conflits
Paix
Guerre
Indice(s) Dewey :
302.222 3 (23e éd.) = Symboles
Identifiants, prix et caractéristiques : ISBN 9783319054643
Identifiant de la notice : ark:/12148/cb44675824x
Notice n° :
FRBNF44675824
(notice reprise d'un réservoir extérieur)
Table des matières : Preface ; Chapter 1. The Functions of Symbols that Divide and Unite by Rebekah Phillips
DeZalia and Scott Moeschberge ; Chapter 2. Forsaken Monuments and Social Change:
The Function of Socialist Monuments in the Post-Yugoslav Space by Sandina Begić and
Boriša Mraović ; Chapter 3. 'What We Are, Where We Are Headed': A Peace March Visits
and Ex-Torture Center by Carolina Muñoz Proto ; Chapter 4. Contested Symbols as Social
Representations: The Case of Cyprus by Charis Psaltis, Tahir Beydola, Giorgos FIlippou
and Nekatios Vrachimis ; Chapter 5. Symbols that Speak: Christ and His Word in El
Salvador by Jose Leonardo Santos ; Chapter 6. Holocaust Collective Memory in the
Context of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict: A Multifaceted Symbol by Cristina Adriani
; Chapter 7. Understanding Symbols of Division in Post Conflict Northern Ireland
by Maurice Stringer and Jackie Hunter ; Chapter 8. Social Representations in Post-Genocide
Rwanda by Rebekah Phillips DeZalia
