Why we kill
About this book
Capital punishment, serial killings, war, terrorism, abortion, honour killings, euthanasia, suicide bombings, war, and genocide: all involve the taking of life. Put most simply, all involve killing other people. However, cultural context heavily influences heavily how people perceive these acts, and most people reading this paragraph will likely disagree on the extent to which these "count" as killing.For such an evolved species, humans can be violent far beyond the point of humanity. Why We Kill examines this violence in its many forms, exploring how culture plays a role in people’s understanding and definition of violent action. From the first chapter, which examines "conventional" homicide, to the final chapter’s bone-chilling account of the Rwandan genocide, this fascinating book makes compelling reading.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 3 readers · 221 pages · ≈ 4 h 06 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Why we kill?
About ≈ 4 h 06 m — 221 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Why we kill?
221 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Why we kill?
It sits on the Essays, Philosophy shelves.
Is Why we kill in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Who wrote Why we kill?
Nancy Loucks.