Science of Hate, The [electronic resource] : How prejudice becomes hate and what we can do to stop it

Matthew Williams2021

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Why do people commit hate crimes? A world-leading criminologist explores the tipping point between prejudice and hate crime, analysing human behaviour across the globe and throughout history in this vital book. 'Utterly brilliant . . . powerful . . . From personal histories to broader social patterns, from individual criminal cases to the latest neuroscience and psychology, Matthew Williams' forensic dissection of hate reveals its insidious power - but also its weaknesses. This book is not just about how and why hate happens - it's about how to combat it.' ALICE ROBERTS, author of The Incredible Unlikeliness of Being 'Fascinating. This is a key contribution to our understanding of the divides in our society, and how these can perhaps be repaired.' DR PRAGYA AGARWAL, author of Sway 'Fascinating and beautifully written. I hearitly recommend it.' HUGO RIFKIND, TIMES RADIO - Are our brains wired to hate? - Does online hate incite violence on the streets? - With hate...