Apsel, Joyce

Introducing Peace Museums (Routledge Research in Museum Studies)

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ISBN 13:: 9780815346296
author:: Apsel, Joyce
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: CRC Press Inc
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 236
Dimensions:: 23.3 x 15.6 x 1.7 centimeters (0
Genre:: History, Ancient, General,
Condition:: New
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Introducing Peace Museums explores the growing number of museums worldwide that focus on peace and its various themes. From Japan to Bradford, UK, and Guernica, Spain, these institutions showcase artifacts and stories related to art, antiwar histories, protest, peacekeeping, social justice, and more. The book examines different approaches taken by peace museums, highlighting their varying emphasis and content. It also discusses the debates surrounding peace museums versus museums for peace, and considers the need for a critical evaluation of their exhibits and activities. Written by an experienced specialist, this introduction to peace museums provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by these institutions. By critically evaluating the work of peace museums, this book offers a unique perspective on their role in promoting cultures of peace and challenging our understanding of war and its impact on society.

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