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Author Helvey, Robert L.

Title On strategic nonviolent conflict : thinking about the fundamentals / Robert L. Helvey.

Imprint Boston, MA : Albert Einstein Institute, ©2004.

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 Axe Special Collections Eucalyptus  303.61 H369o 2004    ---  Lib Use Only
Description xii, 178 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
text txt rdacontent
unmediated n rdamedia
volume nc rdacarrier
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (177-178).
Contents Introduction -- Theory of political power -- Pillars of support -- Obedience -- Mechanisms and methods of nonviolent struggle -- Problem solving -- Strategic estimate -- Operational planning considerations -- Psychological operations -- Insights into strategic thinking -- Fear -- Leadership -- Contaminants -- Influencing external audiences -- Consultations and training -- Some final thoughts -- App. 1 Glossary of important terms in nonviolent struggle -- App. 2 Methods of nonviolent action -- App. 3 Example of problem solving using staff study format -- App. 4 Suggested format for preparing a strategic estimate.
Summary How do you build a strategy for nonviolent struggle? Answers covering a variety of topics, such as ways to identify a movement's objectives, preparing a strategic estimate for a nonviolent struggle, and operational planning considerations, are included in this publication which also contains insights on the similarities between military and nonviolent strategy. Additional topics covered in the book include psychological operations and propaganda, contaminants that may affect the efficiency of a nonviolent movement, and providing consultations and training for members of movements and organizations.
Subject Passive resistance.
Nonviolence.
Power (Social sciences)
Government, Resistance to.
Government, Resistance to. (OCoLC)fst00945663
Nonviolence. (OCoLC)fst01039027
Passive resistance. (OCoLC)fst01054436
Power (Social sciences) (OCoLC)fst01074219
ISBN 1880813149
9781880813140

 
    
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