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Book SynopsisThe Geography of Genocide offers a unique analysis of over sixty genocides in world history, explaining why genocides only occur in territorial interiors and never originate from cosmopolitan urban centers. This study explores why genocides tend to result from emasculating political defeats experienced by perpetrator groups and examines whether such extreme political violence is the product of a masculine identity crisis. Author Allan D. Cooper notes that genocides are most often organized and implemented by individuals who have experienced traumatic childhood events involving the abandonment or abuse by their father. Although genocides target religious groups, nations, races or ethnic groups, these identity structures are rarely at the heart of the war crimes that ensue. Cooper integrates research derived from the study of serial killing and rape to show certain commonalities with the phenomenon of genocide. The Geography of Genocide presents various strategies for responding to genoc
Trade ReviewAmong studies on genocide, this book stands out for its originality and provocativeness. Many will appreciate Cooper's feminist orientation and interdisciplinary approach. The breadth of coverage in this imaginative work makes it a valuable resource for scholars and teachers. -- P. G. Conway, SUNY College at Oneonta * CHOICE *
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Defining Genocide Chapter 2. Constructing Difference Chapter 3. The Emasculating Moment Chapter 4. Spatiality and the Xenophobic Imagination Chapter 5. Responding to Genocide Chapter 6. The End of Masculinity Chapter 7 Appendix 1. Case Studies Chapter 8 Appendix 2. The Emasculating Moment of Historic Genocides
