Christoph Zeurcher , Christoph Zrcher , Christoph Zurcher
Costly Democracy: Peacebuilding and Democratization After War
- ISBN 13:
- 9780804781985
- author:
- Christoph Zeurcher , Christoph Zrcher , Christoph Zurcher
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Stanford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.8 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, History & Philosophy, Reference
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Costly Democracy: Peacebuilding and Democratization After War The process of peacebuilding is complex and interactive, involving collaboration between peacebuilders and the victorious elites of a postwar society. However, research suggests that the interests of these two groups rarely align. While domestic elites may benefit from the resources brought by peacebuilders, they are often reluctant to adopt democratic reforms, fearing they could compromise their own interests. This book offers in-depth analyses of recent cases of peacebuilding, aiming to deepen understanding of postwar democratization and explain why peacebuilding missions frequently bring stability but rarely democracy to war-torn countries. By examining these complex interactions, the authors shed new light on the challenges of building democratic institutions in the aftermath of conflict. Through comparative analysis, Costly Democracy provides valuable insights into the dynamics of peacebuilding and democratization, highlighting the need for a more nuanced understanding of the relationships between peacebuilders, elites, and democratic reform.
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