Title:
Criminology : a complete introduction / Peter Joyce & Wendy Laverick.
ISBN:
9781529397970
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Edition:
Second edition.
Revised and updated edition.
Publication Information:
London : Teach Yourself, 2020.
Physical Description:
x, 326 pages ; 22 cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
What is crime? -- How do we measure crime? -- Why do people commit crime? -- How can we prevent crime? -- How is crime detected? -- Serial killers -- The crimes of the powerful -- Organized crime -- New and emerging forms of criminality -- Victims of crime -- Why do we punish criminals? -- What is the criminal justice system? -- The police -- The courts -- Trial procedure -- Prisons -- Youth crime and youth justice systems -- Punishment in the community -- Recidivism -- what is it and how can we prevent it? -- The criminal justice system -- is it fair? -- Studying criminology.
Summary:
Criminology is a multi-disciplinary subject - but it doesn't have to be difficult. This book, complete with case studies and key facts, forms a course which will take you from beginner or intermediate level to having a confident grasp of the subject. The book includes: step-by-step explanations to help you grasp new topics or those that have previously confused you; practice questions throughout, to help embed your learning and improve your confidence; and detailed case studies to consolidate and contextualize your knowledge - all in one great-value book, with no need for extra course books or workbooks.
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OCLC Number:
on1140135949
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