Stearns, Jason K.
The War That Doesn't Say Its Name: The Unending Conflict in the Congo
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691224510
- author:
- Stearns, Jason K.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.5 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Politics, Freedom & Security,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The War That Doesn't Say Its Name: The Unending Conflict in the Congo by Jason K. Stearns A detailed examination of the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this book delves into the reasons behind its persistence despite international intervention and significant aid. Stearns argues that the conflict has become self-sustaining, driven by the interests of local actors and the apathy of others. The author provides a historical account of the period, focusing on key players and armed groups, before extrapolating to other conflicts across Africa. He sheds light on why certain military feuds persist without resolution, exploring how violence in the Congo has become preoccupied with its own reproduction. This book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics at play in the conflict, highlighting the social structures that fuel its continuation. By examining the interests and motivations of those involved, Stearns provides a thought-provoking analysis of one of the world's most enduring humanitarian crises.
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