Bibliograph

Casualties of war, [edited by] the New York Times editorial staff

Type

Label

Casualties of war, [edited by] the New York Times editorial staff

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes glossary, media literacy terms, media literacy questions, bibliographic references (page 218-221), and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Casualties of war

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1114277700

Responsibility statement

[edited by] the New York Times editorial staff

Series statement

In the headlines

Summary

"The stories we tell about war tend to glorify it, with clear heroes and villains who direct war by abstract strategy. The reality of war, especially in its 21st century form, is best understood in its effects on everyday people. Though these people often do not choose war, they are exposed to its unthinkable outcomes: massacre, torture, rape, famine, displacement. By focusing on the victims, this volume challenges our often comfortable distance from conflict. The articles within highlight our mutual responsibility to end such conflicts, and showcase the tools we have built to limit their worst excesses. Media literacy questions and terms further challenge readers to assess how journalistic principles are applied to the coverage of war and those affected by it."--Amazon.com

Target audience

adolescent

Classification