The Peace Script: Framing Violence in US Anti-War Dissent
Framing Violence Dissent: The Peace Script by Dominic J. Manthey examines how US anti-war movements have used peace rhetoric and how that language could also reinforce inequalities tied to race, gender, and class. Its historical case studies suit readers interested in rhetoric, activism, and political history, rather than a general survey of US wars.
At a glance
- Uses historical case studies of anti-war movements from the Civil War era through the Vietnam War.
- Examines how appeals to civility, harmony, and nonaggression can coexist with exclusionary assumptions.
- Connects peace rhetoric to questions of identity, memory, power, and dignity.
Reference price: $34.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The historical examples give readers several distinct movements to compare, including the Copperhead Movement, Henry Ford's Peace Ship, and Vietnam Veterans Against the War.
- The book links rhetorical analysis with issues of race, gender, and class, making its focus broader than opposition to warfare alone.
- Its stated 238-page length offers a defined scope for a specialized scholarly topic.
Cons
- Its focus on rhetorical criticism and anti-war movements is specialized, so it may not suit readers seeking a broad narrative history of US wars.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | University Alabama Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | August 15, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 238 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0817362185 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0817362188 |
| Weight listed | 12.8 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 6 x 0.7 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying rhetoric, US history, grassroots activism, or social justice.
- Readers interested in how peace movements' language can carry assumptions about race, gender, and class.
Less suited to
- Readers looking primarily for a chronological account of military campaigns or a general introduction to US history.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Peace Script about?
It studies the language and arguments of US anti-war movements and considers how peace rhetoric can also reproduce racial, gender, and class inequalities.
Which historical movements does the book discuss?
The listing names the Copperhead Movement, the Anti-Imperialist League, Henry Ford's Peace Ship expedition, the Mothers' Movement, and Vietnam Veterans Against the War.
Who is this book intended for?
Its stated subject and approach are likely to interest readers of history, rhetoric, grassroots activism, and social justice.
How long is the listed edition?
The listing gives a print length of 238 pages.
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