Books by Philippe (University of British Colombia Le Billon

Analyses the economic and political vulnerability of resource-dependent countries, and assesses how resources influence the likelihood and course of conflicts. It also discusses initiatives to improve resource governance in the interest of peace.

Examines the 'resource curse' affecting many resource-dependent countries and the spaces of (mis)governance shaping the violent geopolitics of many natural resources. This book highlights the multiple forms of violence accompanying the history of resources exploitation, and business practices supporting predatory regimes.