Bücher der Reihe Syracuse Studies on Peace and Conflict Resolution

Brings together the histories of the women's peace movement and the black women's club and social reform movement in a story of community and consciousness building between the world wars. This study enables us to examine more fully the history of race in US women's movements and illuminates the role of the women's peace movement in setting the foundation for the civil rights movement.

Sociologist Elise Boulding offers a collection of essays that emphasize her study of civil society during the second half of the 20th century. She revisits her theme of connection among family, community and government, offering perspectives and advice on how to fuel the process of peace.