<P><EM>Peace and Conflict Studies: A Reader</EM> is a comprehensive and intensive introduction to the key works in this growing field. </P><P>Presenting a range of theories, methodologies, and approaches to understanding peace and to transforming conflict, this edited volume contains both classic and cutting-edge contemporary analyses. The text is divided into six general sections: </P><P>PART I: Peace Studies, Peace Education, and Peace </P><P>PART II: Peace Theories and Peace Movements </P><P>PART III: The Meanings and Nature of Conflict </P><P>PART IV: Conflict Analysis, Transformation, and Prevention <BR></P><P>PART V: Nonviolent Action and Political Change. <BR></P><P>PART VI: Building Institutions and Cultures of Peace </P><P>With an extensive introduction, as well as recommendations for further reading and questions for the classroom, <EM>Peace and Conflict Studies: A Reader</EM> will be essential reading for students, teachers, and practitioners of peace and conflict studi