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Wayward Icelanders: Punishment, Boundary Maintenance, And The
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Is Iceland, universally perceived as a peaceful, idyllic nation, being threatened by an inevitable flood of crime as it enters the global community? In recent decades the Icelandic state has taken serious steps to curb mounting crime, establishing a specialized drug court and an undercover drug police agency. Public opinion polls clearly demonstrate Icelanders growing concern that crime and drug use are on the rise. In their provocative new book, Wayward Icelanders, Helgi Gunnlaugsson and John Galliher offer another, more nuanced explanation for recent Icelandic attitudes toward crime, one that takes into account the unique history and culture of this relatively homogeneous and isolated nation.Wayward Icelanders explores how the threat of crime has affected Icelanders collective selfidentity, producing an ever greater need for social control. Historically Iceland has provided stiff sanctions for the use and abuse of mindaltering substances. Drunk driving has long been systematically punished, and even beer was prohibited for more than seventy years. The rate of conviction for these crimes is high, even in a democracy that prides itself on protecting civil liberties. Even more troubling, however, is the low rate of convictions for rape cases, which suggests that such crimes receive less attention from the state. Drawing on the classic work of Durkheim as well as Kai Eriksons Wayward Puritans, Gunnlaugsson and Galliher demonstrate that an escalating war on crime can threaten freedom even in a small, affluent, and relatively nonviolent nation like Iceland with a longstanding commitment to democracy and individual rights.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wayward Icelanders'? A: The main theme of 'Wayward Icelanders' explores how crime influences the collective self-identity of Icelanders, highlighting the cultural and historical context behind their attitudes towards crime and social control.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of 'Wayward Icelanders' are Helgi Gunnlaugsson and John Galliher.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Wayward Icelanders'? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' was published on January 10, 2000.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' falls under the category of Criminology.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Wayward Icelanders'? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' contains 192 pages.
- Q: What format is 'Wayward Icelanders' available in? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Is 'Wayward Icelanders' a new book? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What are some key issues discussed in 'Wayward Icelanders'? A: Key issues discussed in 'Wayward Icelanders' include the rise of crime in Iceland, public perceptions of drug use, and the implications of social control measures.
- Q: Does the book address the topic of drug use in Iceland? A: Yes, 'Wayward Icelanders' addresses drug use in Iceland, detailing the state's response and public concern regarding its rise.
- Q: What historical context is provided in 'Wayward Icelanders'? A: 'Wayward Icelanders' provides historical context regarding Iceland's approach to crime and punishment, including its strict sanctions against substance abuse and drunk driving.