On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society...

Description: On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society Paperback – Illustrated, June 22, 2009 On Killing: The Psychological Cost of Learning to Kill in War and Society Paperback – Illustrated, June 22, 2009 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: The revised and updated edition of Lt. Col. Dave Grossman's modern classic about the psychology of combat, hailed by the Washington Post as "an illuminating account of how soldiers learn to kill and how they live with the experiences of having killed." In World War II, only 15 to 20 percent of combat infantry were willing to fire their rifles. In Korea, about 50 percent. In Vietnam, the figure rose to more than 90 percent. The good news is that most soldiers are loath to kill. But armies have developed sophisticated ways sophisticated ways of overcoming that instinctive aversion. The psychological cost for soldiers, as evidenced by the increase in post-traumatic stress, is devastating. This landmark study brilliantly illuminates the techniques the military uses to help soldiers kill and raises vital questions about the implications of escalating violence in our society. "Powerfully of arresting observations and insights." —New York Times Read more DETAILS: Publisher ‏ : ‎ Back Bay Books; Revised edition (June 22, 2009)Language ‏ : ‎ EnglishPaperback ‏ : ‎ 416 pagesISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316040938Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.7 ouncesDimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1.13 x 8.25 inches ADDITIONAL PRODUCT INFO: HANDLING TIME: We ship orders within 1 business day of receiving payment, sometimes faster SHIPPING We ship out via expedited shipping that usually arrives within 3 business days. IF YOU NEED YOUR ITEM FASTER UPGRADED 2 DAY SHIPPING IS ONLY $2.99 FOR MANY ITEMS. We Do Not Ship to PO/APO Boxes, HI or Alaska. For international shipments- We are part of the eBay Global Shipping Program. For large items that require Freight shipping a valid phone number is required to call and schedule your delivery. Please make sure to provide the correct shipping address during checkout as the address cannot be changed after checkout. We are not responsible for any incorrect or undeliverable addresses. If an item can not be delivered by our shipping service due to address issues your purchase will need to be cancelled and resubmitted with alternate information. RETURN & REFUND POLICY We offer a 30 day refund policy. WE OFFER FREE RETURNS AND WE PROVIDE THE SHIPPING LABLES. Just send us a note through the ebay returns portal and we will send you the label. All items must be returned undamaged in the original package. A restocking fee may apply.

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