His Second Edition of Violence: The Enduring Problem offers an interdisciplinary and reader-friendly exploration of the many types of individual and collective violent acts--examining the linkages, behaviors, ideas, perceptions, and justifications that connect these types of violence. Inspired by the fear of pervasive violence in the world, authors Alex Alvarez and Ronet Bachman address the various legislative, social, and political efforts to curb violent behavior. They expertly incorporate the most up-to-date research and theories to help students analyze the patterns and correlates of violence. While most texts of this type simply cover individual acts of violence, this book presents a broader perspective, covering more collective violence activities: terrorism, mob violence, and genocide. NEW TO THIS EDITION: --New data, photos, and examples are included throughout the text, such as the Boston Marathon bombing and the Newtown, CT shooting. --Esoteric research and abstract policy studies are given less emphasis, based on reviewer feedback. --Additional end-of-chapter questions help students effectively review chapter content. --Instructor Resources are now available on the Companion Site, including sample test questions and PowerPoint slides. KEY FEATURES: --In Focus boxes provide personal narratives, case studies, and related information to enhance the chapter coverage. --Broad coverage addresses legislative, social, and political efforts to curb violent behavior. --Both individual and collective forms of violence are examined and, unlike other texts on the subject, the book illustrates the linkages between these two general types of violent acts. --The interdisciplinary approach draws from a number of different disciplines including criminology and criminal justice, sociology, psychology, political science, and public health. Alex Alvarez earned his PhD in sociology from the University of New Hampshire in 1991 and is a Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. Ronet Bachman, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of Delaware, Newark, DE. Publisher's note.