Violence and crime in nineteenth-century England the shadow of our refinement

This book illuminates the origins and development of violence as a social issue and its place in modern life. Combining a vivid analysis of criminal records and public debate with theories from cultural studies, anthropology and social geography, it significantly contributes to current debates in hi...

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Main Author: Wood, J. Carter 1970- (-)
Format: Book
Language:Inglés
Published: London ; New York : Routledge 2004
Series:Routledge studies in modern British history ; 1
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Online Access:Sumario
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Summary:This book illuminates the origins and development of violence as a social issue and its place in modern life. Combining a vivid analysis of criminal records and public debate with theories from cultural studies, anthropology and social geography, it significantly contributes to current debates in history, criminology and violence studies
Physical Description:xii, 204 p. ; 25 cm
Bibliography:Incluye referencias bibliográficas (p. [180]-194) e índice
ISBN:9780415329057