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.