This volume provides a thought provoking overview of crimes against children such as neonaticide, infanticide, and filicide. The first two chapters place their occurrence in a historical and
cultural perspective, describing their presence in plays such as Faust and Medea. Other chapters discuss contemporary issues. This second edition expands the considered topics beyond homicide,
and includes chapters on postpartum depression, American and British law, faith healing, and preventive measures against child abuse. Both authors are Professor Emerita at Penn State
University's Abington College. Annotation 穢2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
