Anthropology of Violent Death 1st Edition

Bold, rigorous, and essential for contemporary readers, Anthropology of Violent Death, 1st Edition by Roberto C Parra reframes how scholars and practitioners understand death caused by violence across cultures and contexts. This compelling volume combines theoretical depth with practical insight, offering a clear pathway through the ethical, methodological, and forensic challenges that surround violent mortality.

Parra guides readers through interdisciplinary frameworks—drawing on anthropology, forensic science, and social policy—to reveal how societies record, interpret, and respond to violent death. Richly argued and accessible, the book examines patterns of interpersonal, political, and structural violence while foregrounding fieldwork approaches, comparative case studies, and the human stories behind data.

Designed for graduate students, researchers, medicolegal professionals, and policy-makers, this edition equips readers with tools for ethical field practice, rigorous analysis, and collaborative investigation. Its cross-cultural perspective makes it especially valuable for those working in or studying regions from Latin America and North America to Europe, Africa, and Asia, offering globally relevant insights and locally applicable strategies.

Whether building a university course, strengthening a forensic program, or deepening professional knowledge, Anthropology of Violent Death is a timely resource that informs both scholarship and real-world response. Order your copy today to add a definitive, thought-provoking work to your collection—an indispensable reference for libraries and professionals worldwide.

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