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Book Synopsis: Women war criminals are far more common than we think. From the Holocaust to ethnic cleansing in the Balkans to the Rwandan genocide, women have perpetrated heinous crimes. Few have been punished. These women go unnoticed because their very existence challenges our assumptions about war and about women. Biases about women as peaceful and innocent prevent us from “seeing” women as war criminals—and prevent postconflict justice systems from assigning women blame. Women as War Criminals argues that women are just as capable as men of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity. In addition to unsettling assumptions about women as agents of peace and reconciliation, the book highlights the gendered dynamics of law, and demonstrates that women are adept at using gender instrumentally to fight for better conditions and reduced sentences when war ends. The book presents the legal cases of four women: the President (Biljana Plavšić), the Minister (Pauline Nyiramasuhuko), the Soldier (Lynndie England), and the Student (Hoda Muthana). Each woman’s complex identity influenced her treatment by legal systems and her ability to mount a gendered defense before the court. Justice, as Steflja and Trisko Darden show, is not blind to gender.
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Discover the untold stories of women war criminals with our groundbreaking book, "Women as War Criminals: Gender, Agency, and Justice". Dive into the dark and often overlooked world of female perpetrators of heinous crimes throughout history. From the Holocaust to the Rwandan genocide, these women have gone unnoticed, challenging our assumptions about war and femininity. Don't miss out on this eye-opening read that exposes biases and unravels the complexities of justice systems in post-conflict societies.
Uncover the truth that women are just as capable as men when it comes to committing war crimes and crimes against humanity. Challenge the prevailing narratives that portray women solely as agents of peace and reconciliation. Our book delves into the gendered dynamics of law, revealing how women adeptly use their gender to fight for better conditions and reduced sentences when war comes to an end.
Delving into the legal cases of four women, including the President, the Minister, the Soldier, and the Student, "Women as War Criminals" showcases how their complex identities shaped their treatment by the legal systems and their ability to present a gendered defense before the court. You'll witness firsthand how justice is not blind to gender, as Steflja and Trisko Darden expertly analyze the intricate factors at play in each case.
Experience a thought-provoking journey through the history of women war criminals and gain a new perspective on gender, agency, and justice. Equip yourself with knowledge that challenges preconceived notions and sheds light on the often-neglected stories. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your understanding of war crimes and the role of women within them.
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