| Edition |
Second edition |
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Revised and updated edition. |
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[Enhanced Credo edition] |
| Description |
1 online resource (26 entries) ; digital files. |
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text rdacontent |
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electronic isbdmedia |
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online resource rdacarrier |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Contents |
1. What is crime? -- 2. How do we measure crime? -- 3. Why do people commit crime? -- 4. How can we prevent crime? -- 5. How is crime detected? -- 6. Serial killers -- 7. The crimes of the powerful -- 8. Organized crime -- 9. New and emerging forms of criminality -- 10. Victims of crime -- 11. Why do we punish criminals? -- 12. What is the criminal justice system? -- 13. The police -- 14. The courts -- 15. Trial procedure -- 16. Prisons -- 17. Youth crime and youth justice systems -- 18. Punishment in the community -- 19. Recidivism -- what is it and how can we prevent it? -- 20. The criminal justice system -- is it fair? -- 21. Studying criminology. |
| Access |
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions. |
| 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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Written by leading experts, this book gives you all the key knowledge and information you need to succeed quickly and easily. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Note |
Description based on title page of print version. |
| Subject |
Criminology.
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Criminologie.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Laverick, Wendy, author.
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Credo Reference (Firm), distributor.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 1529397979 9781529397970 (DLC) 2022465135 x, 326 pages |
| ISBN |
9781803162287 electronic version |
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1529397979 (paperback ; alk. paper) |
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9781529397970 (paperback ; alk. paper) |
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