Genocide
Subtitle: a reference handbook
By: Howard Ball
Series: Contemporary world issues
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Santa Barbara, Calif
Language: eng
Number of pages: 277
ISBN-13: 9781598844887; 9781598844894
Description: This book presents the background and history of genocide, the key issues associated with this worldwide crime, and the problems inherent in preventing its occurrence. Of the more than 250 wars fought since 1950, most have involved mass murder and genocide against groups targeted because of ethnic, racial, religious, or gender characteristics. Sadly, there is still no enforcement mechanism or organization that can effectively prevent genocide on an international level.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.