Antiquities Smuggling in the Real and Virtual World (Routledge Transnational Crime and Corruption)
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- Synopsis
- This book examines the illicit trade in antiquities, a trade which has increased massively following the destruction and looting of ancient Near Eastern sites in the Middle East. Focusing on the distribution networks for looted antiquities, especially the routes to the West, the book considers the dealers and facilitators who are key in getting the objects to market, explores the methods used including online marketplaces and social media sites, analyses demand and buyers, revealing that objects are often available at very affordable prices. It outlines the efforts of law enforcement agencies, including the military, and legal systems to contain the trade. Throughout the book highlights the difficulties of putting a stop to this illicit trade, particularly in a conflict region.
- Copyright:
- 2022
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 280 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781000516593
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781032171289, 9780367902018, 9781003023043
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Date of Addition:
- 01/16/22
- Copyrighted By:
- selection and editorial matter, Layla Hashemi and Louise Shelley
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Social Studies
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
- Edited by:
- Layla Hashemi
- Edited by:
- Louise Shelley