Violence in Europe: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives

by Heinz O. Cordes

Has violence changed over the centuries? Has it always held the same meanings for us?

Will it always be a given in society?

Taking the sociocultural long view, Violence in Europe analyzes the prevalence and role of violence - from street crime to terrorist attacks, homicide to genocide - in the evolution of human and national behaviour. The editors and 14 colleagues in history, anthropology, sociology, and psychology focus on Northern...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 038709704X
• ISBN13: 9780387097046
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"