CRM/LAW C7 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Anthropological Criminology, Social Fact, Deterrence Theory
9 Nov 2017
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Most commonly refers to an institutionalized set of belief in evil spirits or demons. World = battleground between forces of good and evil. Focus on key concepts, themes, and findings. On readings look at date to historically situate the piece. Prepare for midterm by reviewing in-class and reading material. Make use of extended office hours week 5. Setting the historical stage: a focus on demonology. The devil in colonial america (wayward puritans by kai ericson) Two paths to crime, deviance, sin, evil. Drilled holes in back of skulls in order to release evil spirits that are driving someone to misbehave and be evil. If someone accused of wrongdoing in community had to demonstrate innocence in front of everyone. Had to reach into boiling vat to grab piece of metal -> if could grab it you were innocent (being protect by good spirits) If burned, you were guilty because not being protected.
