Why We Fight

A renowned peacebuilder explores why conflicts rarely escalate into war, revealing that most of the time, rivals prefer peace due to the high costs of fighting. Drawing on diverse fields and real-world case studies, Christopher Blattman identifies five key reasons why conflict often fails to turn violent and outlines strategies that enable societies and groups to interrupt cycles of violence. This insightful book emphasizes that peace is achievable through practical tinkering rather than drastic transformation, offering hope and lessons from around the world.