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Richard Rechtman

    Living in Death
    The Empire of Trauma
    • 2021

      Living in Death

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Living in Death descends into the ordinary life of people who execute hundreds every day, the same way others go to the office. Bringing philosophical sophistication to the ordinary, the book constitutes both an anthropology of mass killers and a challenge to the conditions that make genocide possible.

      Living in Death
    • 2009

      The Empire of Trauma

      An Inquiry Into the Condition of Victimhood

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.1(94)Add rating

      Exploring the anthropology of trauma, this book delves into the evolution of values and value systems in a globalized context. It presents a comprehensive analysis that enhances understanding of trauma's impact on societies. The author’s insights contribute significantly to the discourse on trauma, making it a standout work that resonates deeply with contemporary issues.

      The Empire of Trauma