Vannini, M.; McCannon, B.; Detotto, C. - Centro Ricerche Nord Sud (CRENoS) - 2012
What factors drive the length of a kidnapping experience? A theoretical model is developed to conduct comparative statics. A unique data set covering all kidnappings for ransom in Sardinia between 1960 and 2010 is analyzed. Factors related to the ability to pay and cost of abduction matter. The...