Damned Nations: Greed, Guns, Armies, and AidSamantha Nutt is one of the most intrepid voices in the humanitarian arena and Damned Nations is a book of uncommon power. Weaving gripping personal experiences with uncompromising and impassioned argument, Nutt dissects war and aid, where humanitarian efforts go wrong, and what can and should be done to bring about a more just world. Drawing from nearly two decades of experiences at the frontline of conflict, Nutt challenges many of the assumptions and orthodoxies surrounding the aid industry. A book that is at once moving, engaging, and insightful, Damned Nations has been acclaimed by readers and critics across North America. |
Contents
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CHAPTER An Invitation to War | 18 |
CHAPTER Chaos Incorporated | 46 |
CHAPTER Vlfinning Wars Losing Peace | 68 |
CHAPTER Paved with Good Intentions | 99 |
CHAPTER Pack Your Bags Were | 131 |
CHAPTER A Just Cause | 161 |
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