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Humanitarian Performance: From Disaster Tragedies to Spectacles of War
From Tragedies Spectacles: Humanitarian Performance is a scholarly book examining humanitarian responses to war and disaster through performance studies. It discusses cases involving the Asian tsunami, the War in Kosovo, and the crisis in Darfur, considering how media attention shapes narratives of tragedy and survival.
At a glance
- Uses performance studies to examine humanitarianism and public responses to crisis.
- Discusses international support connected to the Asian tsunami, the War in Kosovo, and Darfur.
- Focuses on how media attention can shape stories of tragedy and survival.
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Pros
- The three case studies provide concrete contexts for examining humanitarian responses.
- The performance-studies perspective connects aid, media attention, and public narratives.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Seagull Books |
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| Publication date | August 5, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 220 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1803096756 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1803096759 |
| Weight listed | 11.5 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in humanitarianism, performance studies, and media representations of crises.
- Students or researchers seeking case-based discussion of humanitarian responses to war and disaster.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a practical disaster-response manual or a general history without a critical-theory focus.
Frequently asked questions
What is Humanitarian Performance about?
It examines humanitarianism through performance studies, focusing on how aid, media, and public attention shape responses to crises.
Which cases are discussed?
The listing names international support connected to the Asian tsunami, the War in Kosovo, and the crisis in Darfur.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 220 pages.
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