Polman, Linda
The Crisis Caravan: What's Wrong with Humanitarian Aid?
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780312610586
- author:
- Polman, Linda
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Picador USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 229
- Dimensions:
- 20.8 x 13.7 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Politics/International Relations
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Crisis Caravan: A Critical Look at Humanitarian Aid Linda Polman's provocative exposé reveals how humanitarian aid has become increasingly entwined with military strategy, raising questions about the true impact of aid operations. Through gripping and thought-provoking examples, Polman sheds light on a complex industry that often prioritizes convenience over effectiveness. Aid workers are not always heroes, but rather enablers of the very atrocities they seek to alleviate. The Crisis Caravan is a powerful exploration of this paradox, challenging readers to think critically about the role of humanitarian aid in modern conflicts.
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