Kristian Lasslett Boeken

Focusing on the darker side of urbanization, the book delves into issues like land fraud, forced displacements, and organized violence, highlighting the systemic crimes that accompany rapid development. It also sheds light on the resilience of communities that rise in opposition to these injustices, showcasing their struggles and efforts to resist the encroachments on their lives. Through this lens, the narrative reveals the complex interplay between urban growth and social conflict.

Focusing on the intersection of state-corporate crime and indigenous resistance, the narrative centers around activists on Bougainville island fighting against a Rio Tinto-owned copper mine. The book delves into their campaign to shut down the mine and explores the devastating state-corporate response that resulted in the loss of approximately 10,000 lives, highlighting the profound impact of corporate interests on local communities and the environment.