Myths of Violence
This essay critically addresses ten prevailing assumptions about violence: (1) violence is natural; (2) violence comes easily to humans; (3) violence attacks a juridical life; (4) violence is the result of underdevelopment; (5) violence is the result of difference; (6) violence is a sign of absolute...
Main Author: | Brad Evans |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Manchester University Press
2020-09-01
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Series: | Journal of Humanitarian Affairs |
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