Recommended for general college collections. * Choice *
…this encyclopedia unquestionably strengthens the body of peace and international relations reference works. * Rettig on Reference (Gale.com) *
A comprehensive, accessible resource that provides information on the theory and practice of peacekeeping as a method of international conflict management and resolution in the contemporary world. A thorough index and extensive bibliography conclude this useful title. * School Library Journal *
…an encyclopedia which is easy to use and suitable for the reference collections of all libraries. * Reference & User Services Quarterly *

Oliver Ramsbotham and Tom Woodhouse are senior lecturers in peace studies and co-directors of the Centre for Conflict Resolution at the University of Bradford, Bradford, England. They are editors of International Peacekeeping News and digest editors for International Peacekeeping.