About this book
Outstanding and thought-provoking, this book provides up-to-date and
in-depth analyses of current developments in international politics. It
highlights the (unilateral) use of force in international relations and its
implication for international law, the chances and risks of international
criminal justice, and the question of epistemic violence with regard to
dominant discourses in the theory of international relations, such as
nation-building and intercultural dialogue. Furthermore, the book focuses on
conditions for global social and ecological justice in international
economics against the background of financial crisis. It contributes in
particular to a better understanding of the relation between power and
justice in view of current global tensions while reflecting the work of the
internationally acclaimed philosopher Hans Köchler.
Reviews:
'... a rich selection of essays by a diverse collection of authors
engaging with both the depth and breadth of Hans Kochler’s philosophical
and legal work on international politics and the possibilities of
justice; a very fitting tribute to one of Austria’s great public
intellectuals and his global vision.'
Simon Dalby, Carleton University, Canada
'…speaks to some of the most pressing problems of
the post-9/11 world: the place of international law in a world of
violence; the meaning of economic justice in a world of globalization;
and the need for true dialogue between religious traditions and cultures…fascinating,
provocative, and informative, the essays assembled here are an important
contribution to the international discussion of these issues.'
Cheyney Ryan, University of Oregon, USA
