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The article is a review of two books that reflect on the crisis in Central America, specifically in the Northern Triangle composed of Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The books analyze the political and structural problems of the region, such as the emergence of populism, autocratic tendencies, and democratic erosion. They also address topics such as violence, social mobilizations, international relations, and political cycles. The authors, Neil Shenai and Manuel Montobbio, offer proposals to contribute to the development of the region, which is characterized by poverty, violence, and state weakness. Additionally, the importance of Central American intellectual Edelberto Torres-Rivas and his work "Revolutions without Revolutionary Results" is mentioned. [Extracted from the article]

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Satinder Kumar Lambha, In Pursuit of Peace: India–Pakistan Relations Under Six Prime Ministers. Penguin Random House, 2023, pp. 384, ₹ 799, ISBN: 9780670097944. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the creation of Justice Offices in municipalities instead of Peace Courts. The author argues in favor of maintaining municipal-level justice with changes in its configuration. The bill proposes converting peace courts into Municipal Justice Offices. The author concludes that existing peace justice is efficient and meets the needs of citizens. Criticisms towards the heads of peace courts and the lack of minimum legal knowledge required are also mentioned. The history of peace justice and its adaptability are examined, as well as the initiatives and debates surrounding it in the democratic era. Additionally, the efficiency of justice offices is criticized compared to peace courts. The research concludes with reflections on the role of peace justice in accessible and efficient justice. [Extracted from the article]

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The book "ETA. Terror and Terrorism" is a compilation of academic studies on Basque terrorism. The authors address different aspects related to ETA, such as its relationship with the State during the dictatorship and the transition, its activity during democracy, and far-right violence. The Basque national liberation movement, ETA's victims, and Basque society's response to terrorism are also analyzed. The book seeks to delegitimize terrorist violence and promote a culture of peace and coexistence in the Basque Country. [Extracted from the article]

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