Springer Control of Violence - Historical and International Perspectives

Control of Violence: Historical and International Perspectives on Violence in Modern Societies examines how modern societies struggle to contain escalating violence through traditional control mechanisms such as police, state surveillance, and international law. Published by Springer, this academic work investigates the hypothesis that contemporary societies face increasing loss of control over violent phenomena, leading to unpredictable escalations that existing regulatory frameworks cannot adequately manage. The book takes a comparative approach, analysing violence through both international and historical lenses to understand how modern institutions attempt to restrain and regulate violent behaviour. By refining key terms and analytical tools, the work provides scholars, policymakers, and researchers with a structured examination of violence control in the context of modern governance, law enforcement, and global security systems.