Homicide examines the incidence and prevalence of homicide in major western nations, covering the biological, psychological and social roots of homicide from genetic and evolutionary perspectives, but also considering emotions and the influence of peers. Different types of homicide are discussed, with final chapters covering tactics for investigation and homicide prevention. Students and instructors in the areas of forensic science, sociology, criminology, psychology, psychiatry, justice and criminal justice at the university level will find this book to be a comprehensive resource, as will those researching homicide and related topics.Provides an up-to-date examination of homicide, including rates, causes and responses to from an international point-of-viewIncludes multiple homicide types (serial, spree and mass), ideological homicide, and domestic and sexual homicide, amongst othersUses historical and current research and theory on homicide from around the world