Hidden Stories of Heroism for a Peaceful Planet

Hidden Stories of Heroism for a Peaceful Planet by L P Hansen

These untold stories absent from our history books include New Zealand families refusing to let their boys be child soldiers; a Kiwi peacemaker guiding prominent adversaries away from the vicious cycle of revenge; an entire culture practising nonviolence – captivating tales showing the immense courage, strength, creativity and discipline that peacebuilding demands. Professor Kevin Clements, Director, Toda Peace Institute, New Zealand author, academic and life-long peace activist writes:

‘Linda has brought together a wonderful collection of heroes and heroines

who chose the road less travelled and have argued for a world free of weapons,

a world free of violence and a world of justice, peace and sustainable

development. It’s a must-read for all those interested in building a more peaceful world.’

Dr. Marilyn Waring, Patron of The Peace Foundation – Te Rōpū Rongomau o Aotearoa, New Zealand feminist, author, academic and former politician adds,‘Take an hour to feel proud (and horrified) by these fine and often suppressed stories of our peacemakers in Aotearoa and elsewhere. I wish I’d had this resource as a young woman.’ Encouraged by similar feedback from historians, teachers and community groups, Linda has expanded her long-running presentation on peacebuilding in Aotearoa New Zealand into this accessible text to bridge a gap in current history resources. This is her seventh book.