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Balkan Genocides: Holocaust & Ethnic Cleansing | Paul Mojzes
Balkan Genocides: Holocaust & Ethnic Cleansing | Paul Mojzes
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Balkan Genocides: Holocaust and Ethnic Cleansing in the Twentieth Century
by Paul Mojzes
"An attempt to end the vicious cycle of revenge by analyzing the terrible events of the past century and how they came to pass."
🌍 EUROPEAN HISTORY | GENOCIDE STUDIES | POLITICAL SCIENCE
A balanced and detailed historical account debunking common misrepresentations of the three major waves of ethnic cleansing in the Balkan Peninsula.
Extended Synopsis
During the twentieth century, the Balkan Peninsula was irrevocably altered by three major waves of genocides and ethnic cleansings—events that are still the subject of intense debate and denial today. In Balkan Genocides, Paul Mojzes provides a meticulous and balanced account, placing these horrific tragedies in their proper historical context to dismantle widespread misunderstandings. The text boldly characterizes the first and second Balkan wars as mutual genocides and explores the deeply rooted, unique role of ethnoreligiosity in fueling the violence.
Looking beyond the atrocities, Mojzes also examines the region's path forward. By analyzing the ongoing trials at the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) and evaluating the prospects for reconciliation between fractured nations and religions, this work serves as both a historical record and a plea for a more peaceful future. It is a profound academic exploration designed to break the cyclical nature of historical revenge.
About the Author
Paul Mojzes is a respected scholar and native of Yugoslavia, uniquely positioned to offer intimate insights into the complex socio-political and religious dynamics of the Balkan region. His lifelong academic focus on religious dialogue and Eastern European history brings unparalleled depth to the study of ethnoreligiosity and conflict resolution.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- History & Political Science Students: An authoritative text for understanding the geopolitical instability and ethnic conflicts of 20th-century Eastern Europe.
- Human Rights Scholars: Essential reading on the mechanisms of genocide denial and the function of international criminal tribunals.
- Researchers of Religion: Offers critical insights into how religious identity can be weaponized in state-sponsored violence.
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9781442206632 |
| ISBN-10 | 1442206632 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Publication Date | October 24, 2011 |
| Subjects | Genocide, Balkans, Ethnic Cleansing |
Accolades & Features
- Provides a rare, balanced examination of mutual genocides during the Balkan Wars.
- Includes comprehensive analysis of ICTY trials and transitional justice.
- "A definitive, unflinching academic triumph that honors the truth of a fractured region." — Bust Down Books Editorial Review
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