(Paperback)

Examines the historical, economic and political forces that shape and influence penal policies and institutions across a number of different countries.

(Hardback)

Examines the historical, economic and political forces that shape and influence penal policies and institutions across a number of different countries.

(Hardback)

The authors examine how the human brain reacts to expressions of political ideology regarding terrorism. By comparing a variety of case studies, they demonstrate how similar acts accompanied by starkly different political language can create cognitive dissonance in the minds of the electorate and influence policy choices.