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Editors Theodore M. Newcomb and Eugene L. Hartley,

FOREWORD: SINCE its formation in 1936, the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues has undertaken many projects. It has published three yearbooks, in which it has attempted to assemble the best available psychological research and thought concerning the problems of industrial conflict, of civilian morale, and of enduring peace. It publishes the quarterly Journal of Social Issues, each issue of which is devoted to the presentation and interpretation of research findings in some special area of human relations. It has subsidized cooperative research among university centers in this country. It is cooperating in efforts to organize social scientists throughout the world who see much to be gained by pooling their efforts to solve common human problems. It has issued public releases from time to time concerning issues which it believes can be illuminated by psychological understanding.

Prepared for the Committee on the Teaching of Social Psychology of The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues.

NEW YORK • HENRY HOLT AND COMPANY. 1947. 680p.

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EDITORIAL COMMITTEE: Eleanor E. Maccoby, Theodore M. Newcomb and Eugene L. Hartley

FOREWORD: TO THE SOCIETY for the Psychological Study of Social Issues Readings in Social Psychology has been a continuing source of pride and satisfaction. The publication of a third edition of this widely used and much appreciated volume is for the Sociely a happy occasion.

Newcomb and Hartley, in their preface to the first edition, spoke of future editions that would keep pace with developments in the field and so meet the needs of teachers and students. They correctly anticipated continuing expansion and development of the field of social psychology. Just as 50 percent of the selections in the second edition consisted of material that did not appear in the first, so does a large proportion of this new version consist of reports of empirical studies that have been carried out since 1952.The task of surveying the literature of social psychology over a five-year period has become an undertaking of truly staggering proportions. To Eleanor Maccoby, who has carried out with devoted care the greater part of this task, the Society owes an enormous debt of gratitude. We here express to her, to her fellow editors whose wisdom in selecting readings we have come to take for granted, and to the contributors to the volume our heartfelt thanks.

Prepared for the Committee on the Teaching of Social Psychology of The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues.

NEW YORK •HENRY HOLT AND COMPANY. 1958. 685p.

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JAMES GILLIGAN

In "VIOLENCE: Reflections on a National Epidemic," the author delves into the complex and pervasive issue of violence that plagues societies worldwide. Through a thought-provoking exploration, this book examines the roots of violence, its manifestations in various forms, and the far-reaching consequences it has on individuals, communities, and nations.

Drawing on a multitude of disciplines, including psychology, sociology, and history, the author presents a comprehensive analysis of violence as a multifaceted phenomenon. By dissecting case studies, psychological theories, and historical events, "VIOLENCE" offers readers a deeper understanding of the underlying factors that contribute to this destructive behavior.

Moreover, the book doesn't merely dwell on the grim realities of violence. It also offers insights into potential solutions and strategies for prevention, urging readers to actively engage in creating a safer and more peaceful world. With its incisive analysis and call to action, "VIOLENCE: Reflections on a National Epidemic" is an essential read for anyone seeking to comprehend, confront, and ultimately overcome the pervasive issue of violence in our society.

VINTAGE BOOKS. A Division of Random House, Inc. New York. 1997. 296p.

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Nathaniel J. Pallone & James J. Hennessy

"Tinder-Box Criminal Aggression" delves into the dark underbelly of a society plagued by crime and corruption. In this gripping thriller, author explores the intricate web of deceit woven by criminal masterminds and the relentless pursuit of justice by a determined detective. As tensions rise and stakes escalate, alliances are tested, secrets are unearthed, and loyalties are questioned in a pulse-pounding race against time. Will truth prevail in the face of deception, or will the tinder-box of criminal aggression ignite a chain of events that can never be undone? Prepare to be on the edge of your seat with this compelling tale of crime, power, and the ultimate battle between good and evil.

New Brunswick. TRANSACTION PUBLISHERS. 1996. 411p.

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BY ROLLO MAY

In "Power and Innocence," renowned psychoanalyst Rollo May delves into the roots of violence within human nature. Through a thought-provoking exploration of power dynamics, societal structures, and individual psychology, May challenges readers to confront the complexities of aggression and innocence. Drawing upon psychological theory, literature, and case studies, this compelling book offers deep insights into the intricate interplay between power and vulnerability. A timeless work that continues to resonate today, "Power and Innocence" invites readers to reflect on the essential truths about human behavior and the quest for understanding in a world marked by violence and conflict.

NY. W.W. Norton &CompanY. 1972. 267p.

By Anne Campbell

FROM THE JACKET: “Why are men more aggressive than women? To find out, psychologist and criminologist Anne Campbell listened to the voices of ordinary men and women, as well as people for whom aggression is a central fact of life--robbers and gang members. The answer, she argues, lies not only in biology or in child rearing but in how men and women form opinions about their own aggression. Women believe their aggression results from a loss of self-control, while men see their behavior as a means of gaining control over others. Daughters are deeply ashamed when they get angry, but sons learn to associate aggression with integrity, courage, and triumph.

Campbell shows how men's and women's different views of anger and restraint profoundly affect their actions--from rage in marriage to violence in the streets--and what this means for us all. The misreading of the meaning of aggression drives a wedge between the sexes, affecting everything from their ability to communicate with each other to the way that traditionally male-dominated spheres such as law or medicine pathologize and punish women's aggression.”

NY. Basic Books. 1993. 208p.

By Neil Alan Weiner, Margaret A. Z and Rita J. Sagi

FROM THE PREFACE: W e begin with an introduction that asks the basic question, "What Is Violence?" We invite the reader to review the variety of behavioral vignettes presented there and to reflect upon the definitional elements needed to form a meaningful and useful conception of violence. Part 1 presents an overview of American violence that highlights major trends, both historical and contem- porary. Part 2 explores the major types of interpersonal violent crimes and details their patterns and impacts on the lives of victims. Part 3focuses on collective and political violence and includes narratives of labor and racial strife and discussions of modern terrorism. Part 4 examines the topic of violent behavior within Organizational settings. Part 5 reviews theoretical explanations of interpersonal and collective violence and discusses some important correlates. Part 6 con- cludes with articles on public policy that examine prevention and treatment programs, some of which are controversial.

NY. Harcourt Brace. 1990. 493p. CONTAINS MARK-UP

Edited by Edwin .I Megargee and Jack E. Hokanson

FROM THE PREFACE: Prefaces usually begin by attempting to convince the reader that the topic the book addresses is important or interesting enough for him to invest his time in reading it. Such an approach is unnecessary for this book, because at this point in our history the relevance of research on aggression and its causes si self-evident. Since 1962, the rate of violent crimes per hundred thousand population in the United States, includ- ing murder, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, has increased 5 percent. As these words are written, the nation is embroiled in a protracted war that has already cost 40,000 American lives and many times that many casualties among the populations of North and South Vietnam; moreover, the national involvement in this war is stimulating additional violence on the domestic scene. While the Vietnamese conflict is a major preoccupation for American citizens, this is only one of several dozen wars that have occurred since the end of World War I. Violence and warfare are the most dramatic and extreme forms of aggression, but the inability of people to resolve their differences amicably is also reflected in the spiralling rate of divorce, strikes, turmoil on our campuses, and in the alienation of many segments of our population from one another.

NY. Harper and Row. 1970. 277p. CONTAINS MARK-UP

By John Dollard, Leonard W. Doob, Neal E. Miller, O. H. Mowrer And Robert R. Sears

From the cover: “In this classic of modern psychology, a group of scientists develop a theory of aggressive behavior and apply their hypothesis to crucial problems in daily life. They reveal a com- mon psychological theme in such apparently chaotic phenom- ena as strikes and suicides, racial prejudice and reformism, sibling jealousy and lynching, satirical humor and criminality, street fights and the reading of detective stories, wife-beating and war. They examine the role of frustration in the socializa- tion of the individual and in the characteristic aggressiveness of adolescents and criminals. Democracy, fascism, communism, and the primitive society of the Ashanti are discussed both in respect to the peculiar frustrations they impose upon groups of people and the resulting aggressive behavior that si regulated and directed along different channels. Including within its scope material from the fields of psychology, psychiatry, psychoa- nalysis, pediatrics, social work, sociology, anthropology, and political science, Frustration and Aggression is an important milestone along the road to an integrated science of human behavior.”

New Haven. Yale University Press. 1939. 214p. CONTAINS MARK-UP