Killing Your Neighbors

Discover the chilling exploration of how once-peaceful neighbors can devolve into perpetrators of horrific violence in Killing Your Neighbors by Jon Holtzman. Published by the University of California Press in 2016, this compelling hardback edition spans 224 pages and delves into the unsettling dynamics of communal relationships. Holtzman investigates notorious instances of genocidal violence, including the ethnic cleansing in the former Yugoslavia, the tragic slaughter of Tutsis in Rwanda, and the ongoing Sunni-Shia conflicts in Iraq. Through a thought-provoking analysis, this book sheds light on the factors that transform amicable communities into sites of devastating brutality. Perfect for readers interested in sociology, history, and conflict studies, Killing Your Neighbors offers crucial insights into the dark potential of human relationships. Don’t miss the opportunity to understand the complexities of neighborly ties and their potential for violence.