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Colonialism Is Crime examines the relationship between colonial harms and their continuing legal and social consequences for Indigenous people. The book focuses mainly on countries colonised by Britain, especially the United States, and draws on social harm theory, human rights covenants and law.
At a glance
- Analyses colonialism as a continuing source of legal and social harm affecting Indigenous people.
- Uses social harm theory, human rights covenants and law to examine historical laws and their ongoing effects.
- The final chapter considers settler-colonist responsibilities and actions Indigenous people are taking.
Reference price: $76.80
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View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- The stated scope combines historical analysis with discussion of continuing consequences and present-day responsibilities.
- Its focus on British-colonised countries, especially the United States, gives readers a defined regional emphasis.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Rutgers University Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 20 September 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 276 pages |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| ISBN-10 | 0813598710 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0813598710 |
| Dimensions | 15.24 x 2.03 x 22.86 cm |
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| Weight listed | 386 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers studying colonialism, Indigenous experiences, law, human rights or criminal justice.
- Academic and general readers seeking a discussion of historical colonial laws and their ongoing consequences.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a broad global survey, since the description says the book focuses primarily on countries colonised by Britain, especially the United States.
- Readers seeking a light or introductory account, as the listed reading age is 18 years and up and the subject is legal and social harm.
Frequently asked questions
What does Colonialism Is Crime discuss?
It analyses historical colonial crimes and their continuing criminal and social consequences for Indigenous people, with particular attention to countries colonised by Britain.
What frameworks does the book use?
The description says it uses social harm theory, human rights covenants and law to explain historical colonial laws and their continuing effects.
Who may find this book useful?
It may suit readers interested in colonial history, Indigenous experiences, law, human rights and criminal justice.
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