The Little Book of Dialogue for Difficult Subjects: A Practical, Hands-On Guide

by Lisa Schirch

The word "dialogue" suffers from over-use, yet its practice is as transforming and as freshly hopeful as ever. Authors Schirch and Campt demonstrate dialogue's life and possibilities in this clear and absorbing "Dialogue allows people in conflict to listen to each other, affirm their common ground, and explore their differences in a safe environment." Schirch has worked throughout the Southern hemisphere in peacebuilding projects. Campt has focused on racial and class reconciliation in American cities.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, College

98 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 1, 2006

Reviews

[Donald B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dialogue for Difficult Subjects is a book written by Lisa Schirch and David Campt. It is a practical book that teaches the act of traversing through difficult conversation and tension filled topics using principles of dialogue. Dialogue allows people to actively listen to each other, affirm their common ground and explore differences in a safe environment. It is particularly recommended for parties in conflict.

[J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Straight forward, to the point, concise, finished quickly for school.

[Izzy Senechal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for grad school. Short, simple, sweet.

[Christiana · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5/5

[Greg · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a nice concise manual on conducting a good dialogue. All the important principles are covered and references are provided for further reading if you're looking for specifics. Definitely recommend as a good introduction.

[Scott Hughes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very handy introduction into organizing and facilitating dialogue whether for small or large gatherings. Very practical with some great charts that can be used for guidelines in dialogue. Additionally, though short and easy to read the book covers a lot of important ground.