Conflict Analysis: Understanding Causes, Unlocking Solutions (United States Institute of Peace Academy Guides)

Excellent book; this one has a permanent place on the shelf. There is not a single thing in here that is new, but the author does an outstanding job of seamlessly integrating theories and methods ranging widely across multiple disciples to shape an effective approach to the title subject. The book's structure progresses iteratively from theory to practice to application in a manner that ensures clarity. Applicable well beyond the intended target audience. Definitely recommended.There are only a couple of relatively minor things that I take issue with. In comparison with the preceding chapters, the one on "Navigating Cognitive Minefields" is relatively undeveloped. The piece on groupthink is a bit narrow, and the bit on psychic numbing really needs more work. Then there's the section on designing a plan of action in the final chapter, "Conflict Analysis in the Planning Process." The sub-text on Venn diagrams feels likes its added as an afterthought - like he wanted to discuss visualization methods in presenting analysis, but didn't have time to go into it in detail like he did with everything else.Those small issues aside, this is one of the best books on the subject I've seen.

Comprehensive and covers most aspects pertaining to Conflict Analysis

I enjoyed the book by Mr. Levinger, due to it is full of hostorical exampls. Identifying and systemizing well known challenges for peace builders/enforcers was helpful and initiated many future todo's. Imtruely can recommend this book for all UN staff members.

Libro práctico y ameno. Es un clásico para alumnos de relaciones internacinnales.

Used this book for a graduate engineering management class. Great discussion topics.

The book is brand new and completely falling apart. I no longer have a book I have pages this is ridiculous if I could give it 0 stars I would

Outstanding book! A useful methodological approach to conflict analysis

Good book!

Well written, easily accessible. Good introduction or overview of conflict analysis.