Kalashnikov Culture

Author : Christopher Carr
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 0313346151
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kalashnikov Culture written by Christopher Carr and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2008-07-30 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work is a bridge between the failed/weak states' literature and that which examines issues relating to small arms proliferation. Carr investigates the cultural impact of the availability of these easy-to-come-by weapons. This cultural dynamic has a direct, and deadly impact on issues such as arms control, illegal and illicit trading, gun cultures, the nexus between criminality and militia warfare and the social impact of arms proliferation, and the struggle for weak states who attempt to govern. The case studies will appeal to those with regional or comparative interests. Although the tone is academic, the topics and the subject matter will make this book of interest to those outside of the academic community. The work takes the form of alternating chapters in which elements of Kalashnikov enculturation, for example the peculiar forms of aberrant economic activity that exist within Kalashnikov cultures, are paired with chapter-length mini-case studies, such as that dealing with armed gang movements in Jamaica, Papua New Guinea, and Brazil. The whole work is bounded by the contention that under certain conditions heavily weaponized societies create their own milieu, which in turn gives rise to communities that find ways to survive (and sometimes thrive) within an ambiance of chronic insecurity.

Author : Gideon Burrows
Publisher : New Internationalist
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kalashnikov AK47 written by Gideon Burrows and published by New Internationalist. This book was released on 2006 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are over 90 million AK-47s in the world. Now made in dozens of countries, it has been fired in hundreds of conflicts since its introduction. It is reputed to be the most effective weapon ever invented. This volume explores the history of this lethal gun and its cultural symbolism. Its direct social effects have swept across whole continents: its has given its name to a brand of vodka, a rap artist and a chess move. In contrast, campaigns around the world are removing guns from gangs and communities.

Author : Larry Kahaner
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 1118040473
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book AK-47 written by Larry Kahaner and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2010-12-22 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No single weapon has spread so much raw power to so many people in so little time—and had such a devastating effect—as the AK-47 assault rifle. This book examines the legacy of this world-changing weapon, from its creation as means of fighting the Nazis to its ubiquity today in every kind of conflict, from civil wars in Africa to gang wars in L.A.

Author : Gideon Burrows
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781897071298
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kalashnikov AK47 - Trigger Issues written by Gideon Burrows and published by . This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jonathan Matusitz
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442235799
Total Pages : 355 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Symbolism in Terrorism written by Jonathan Matusitz and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-09-16 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The symbolic value of targets is what differentiates terrorism from other forms of extreme violence. Terrorism is designed to inflict deep psychological wounds on an enemy rather than demolish its material ability to fight. The September 11, 2001 attacks, for example, demonstrated the power of symbolism. The World Trade Center was targeted by Al Qaeda because the Twin Towers epitomized Western civilization, U.S. imperialism, financial success, modernity, and freedom. The symbolic character of terrorism is the focus of this textbook. A comprehensive analysis, it incorporates descriptions, definitions, case studies, and theories. Each chapter focuses on a specific dimension of symbolism in terrorism and explains the contexts and processes that involve the main actors as well as the symbolism of both the purposes and targets of terrorism. Also discussed are new religious movements, which represent another important aspect of terrorism, such as Aum Shinrikyo, the Japanese cult that used sarin gas in the Tokyo subway in 1995. Over forty areas of symbolism are covered throughout the chapters, including physical and non-physical symbolism, linguistic symbolism, the social construction of reality, rituals, myths, performative violence, iconoclasm, brand management, logos, semiotics, new media, and the global village. This allows for an in-depth examination of many issues, such as anti-globalization, honor killing, religious terrorism, suicide terrorism, martyrdom, weapons, female terrorism, public communication, visual motifs, and cyberspace. Main concepts are clearly defined, and followed by theory illustrated by international case studies. Chapter summaries, key points, review questions, research and practice suggestions are recurring components as well. This groundbreaking text encompasses all major aspects of symbolism in terrorism and will be an essential resource for anyone studying terrorism.

Author : Khawar Mumtaz
Publisher : Oxfam
ISBN 13 : 9780855984960
Total Pages : 76 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pakistan written by Khawar Mumtaz and published by Oxfam. This book was released on 2003 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a concise and lively introduction to Pakistan and the major development issues it faces. Packed full of factual information, photographs and maps, the guide also focuses on ordinary people and the impact that historical, economic and environmental issues have on their lives.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Upholding the Principle of Habeas Corpus for Detainees written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on International Organizations, Human Rights, and Oversight
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 336 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book City on the hill or prison on the bay? written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign Affairs. Subcommittee on International Organizations, Human Rights, and Oversight and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 680 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Department of Defense Appropriations for 2008 written by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : C. J. Chivers
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 0743271734
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Gun written by C. J. Chivers and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the history of the AK-47 assault rifle, from its inception to its use by more than fifty national armies around the world, to its role in modern-day Afghanistan, discussing how the deadly weapon has helped alter world history.