Written in clear, straightforward language, this book looks at why people go to war and whether it is ever right to kill another person. It explains different attitudes to warfare and why wars are such a major part of history. It also looks at peace keeping organisations and conflict resolution.
Questions and topics covered include: What is war?; A brief history of war; Why do wars start?; Why do people fight?; Why do children fight?; Wars and new technology; Colonialism; Exploiting fear; War crimes; Civilians and war; Refugees; After the war; Can war ever be justified?; Are wars reported accurately?; Preventing war and negotiating peace; Resolving conflicts.
- ISBN10 1526324563
- ISBN13 9781526324566
- Publish Date 8 December 2022
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Wayland
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 48
- Language English