A World Divided: Militarism and Development after the Cold War

by Geoff Tansey (Editor), Kath Tansey (Editor), Paul Rogers (Editor)

Overview

This book, first published in 1994, analyses the changing world order at the end of the Cold War. As the East-West military axis was replaced by North-South economic polarization and global insecurity, it became clear that future wars were likely to stem from resource and environmental conflict and from the effects of mass movements of displaced people. Using case studies from around the world, the authors diagnose the problems caused by increasing militarism, and analyse the links between conflict, poverty, development and the environment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367630058
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/27/2021
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: Cold War Security Studies , #1
Pages:	166
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Geoff Tansey, Kath Tansey and Paul Rogers

Table of Contents

Introduction Maria Elena Hurtado 1. A Jungle Full of Snakes? Power, Poverty and International Security Paul Rogers 2. Conflict and Development: What Kinds of Policies Can Reduce the Damaging Impact of War? Frances Stewart and Ken Wilson 3. The Development Trap: Militarism, Environmental Degradation and Poverty in the South Nadir Abdel Latif Mohammed 4. Militarism, the UK Economy and Conversion Policies in the North Steve Schofield 5. Promoting Real Security: Implications for Policy in the North Ben Jackson 6. Conclusion: Prophets and Practitioners Geoff Tansey and Paul Rogers

Editorial Reviews

Papers from a July 1993 workshop on militarism and development show how factors such as global militarism, economic polarization of North and South, and environmental constraints on economic growth contribute to global insecurity, using case studies and examples from developed and developing countries. Essays explore the links between conflict, poverty, development, and environmental degradation, and propose alternative policy measures. Of interest to general readers, academics, activists, and policy makers. Includes a glossary. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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