Empire of Humanity: A History of Humanitarianism

by Michael Barnett

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Empire of Humanity explores humanitarianism's remarkable growth from its humble origins in the early nineteenth century to its current prominence in global life. In contrast to most contemporary accounts of humanitarianism that concentrate on the last two decades, Michael Barnett ties the past to the present, connecting the antislavery and missionary movements of the nineteenth century to today's peacebuilding missions, the...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0801447135

ISBN13:9780801447136

Release Date:March 2011

Publisher:Cornell University Press

Length:312 Pages

Weight:1.57 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 6.4" x 9.5"

Age Range:18 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

History Non-Governmental Organizations Philanthropy & Charity Political Science Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences

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