Published
Sep 23, 2020Page count
232 pagesISBN
978-1447356981Dimensions
234 x 156 mmImprint
Policy PressPublished
Sep 23, 2020Page count
232 pagesISBN
978-1447356974Dimensions
234 x 156 mmImprint
Policy PressPublished
Sep 23, 2020Page count
232 pagesISBN
978-1447357001Dimensions
Imprint
Policy PressPublished
Sep 23, 2020Page count
232 pagesISBN
978-1447357001Dimensions
Imprint
Policy PressListen to Stuart Rees speak to Mary Kostakidis
In the media
On our blog: Poets contribute to research and could change the world
On our blog: Fostering humanity and outlawing cruelty
Interview on Bay FM’s programme North Coast Positive
'Stuart Rees in conversation with Mary Kostakidis' in Gleebooks Author Talks
'Roads Not Taken: Poets Rethink Security' in Rethinking Security
Cruelty has long been a feature of states’ domestic and foreign policies but is seldom acknowledged. Governments mouth respect for human rights yet promote discrimination, violence and suppression of critics.
Documenting case studies from around the world, distinguished academic and human rights activist Stuart Rees exposes politicians’ cruel motives and the resulting outcomes. Using his first-hand observations and insights from international poets, he argues for courageous action to support non-violence in every aspect of public and private life for the survival of people, animals and the planet.
Stuart Rees is Professor Emeritus at the University of Sydney and a human rights activist in several countries. He is regarded as one of Australia’s most consistent campaigners for justice.
Foreword by Richard Falk
Introduction: Towards a Theory
Perpetrators and Victims
Values, Attitudes, Behaviour
Explaining Causes
Cruelty as Policy
Humanitarian Alternatives
Cruel or Compassionate World?
Humanity on a Bonfire
Language for Humanity