Transgressive Imaginations

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Transgressive Imaginations by M. O'Neill, published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2012. This compelling paperback edition spans 187 pages and delves into the intricate world of crime, exploring the breaking of societal rules and taboos. O'Neill examines various aspects of violent crime as depicted in both fictional texts and ethnographic research.

Engaging with urgent contemporary issues, this book features chapters on asylum seekers, sex work, serial killers, school shootings, crimes of poverty, and the complex understandings of 'madness.' Transgressive Imaginations is essential reading for anyone interested in the darker facets of human behavior and societal norms, providing a rich analysis that invites reflection and discussion.