A complete introduction Joyce, Peter creator author. Laverick, Wendy author. text bibliography enk 2020 2nd ed. Revised and updated edition. monographic eng

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x, 326 pages ; 22 cm 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. 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. Peter Joyce & Wendy Laverick. Includes index. Includes bibliographical references and index. Criminology Criminologie criminology Criminology HV6025 .J693 2020 364 JOY 9781529397970 1529397979 2022465135 UKMGB 230208 20240812142230.0 22964542 eng