"In this new vision of the art of conflict resolution, Kenneth Cloke shows new and accomplished mediators how to examine the inner processes and hidden personal recesses that limit their effectiveness, as well as the outside systems and structures that restrict their capacity to act on what they have learned. Cloke explores the dark places - the edges, boundaries, and possibities of mediation.

He reveals how to approach dangerous conflicts - domestic violence, war, slavery, fascism, insanity, and oppression - to uncover hidden choices and transformational opportunities that help people and organizations develop, grow, and learn more about themselves. Offering a wealth of fresh possibilities, Mediating Dangerously identifies potential openings, creative techniques, and new and unusual approaches to dispute resolution.

The book includes specific guidelines, questions to ask, sample dialogues, checklists, and diagrams to help readers immediately apply new techniques in their current practice."--BOOK JACKET.