Mara Albrecht and Alke Jenss, "The Spatiality and Temporality of Urban Violence: Histories, Rhythms and Ruptures" (Manchester UP, 2023)
New Books in Sociology
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Temporal and Spatial Dynamics of Urban Violence in Global Context
The chapter delves into a comparative analysis of urban violence in various cities post-World War I, highlighting the temporal and spatial practices of working-class groups in establishing social order. It discusses the formation of security organizations, struggles for legitimate monopoly of force, and the use of collective actions and violence as tools for communication and challenging social structures. The analysis extends to cities like Ahmedabad, Buenaventura, Belfast, Jerusalem, and Beirut, shedding light on how violence is intertwined with urban development, societal segregation, historical dynamics, and modern political climates.
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