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Becoming Evil

2002316 pagesOxford University Press, USA

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This book explores the origins of extraordinary human evil, moving beyond simple demonization to understand how ordinary people commit horrific acts. It examines the roles of groups, ideology, psychopathology, and social context in genocides and massacres throughout history. The author seeks to define the identities of perpetrators and victims, ultimately asking if humanity can be delivered from such atrocities.

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