Although it had been practiced throughout human history, most societies have had some form of taboo or regulation of cannibalism the eating of human flesh. Occurrences of cannibalism make the front pages of newspapers and evoke both a revulsion and morbid fascination in the public, whether it occurred as a way to survive, such as the Andes plane crash, or as a ritual of murder, such as the Jeffrey Dahmer case.
Cannibalism examines cannibalism in different societies and historic settings.
It would be useful for classes on World History, Culture and Society, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice. It is appropriate for middle school and high school.