Social Science : Criminology

John Hagedorn explores the international proliferation of the urban gang as a consequence of the ravages of globalization. Looking closely at gang formation in Chicago, Rio de Janeiro, and Capetown he discovers that gangs have institutionalized as a strategy to confront a hopeless cycle of poverty, racism, and oppression and provides vital insights into the ideology and persistence of gangs around the world. more...

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This book is designed to bring criminology into the 21 st century by showing how leading criminologists have integrated aspects of the biological sciences into their discipline. These authors cover behavior and molecular genetics, epigenetics, evolutionary biology, and neuroscience, and apply them to various correlates of crime such as age, race, and gender. There are also chapters on substance abuse, psychopathy, career criminals, testosterone and treatment. While not trashing traditional ideas about these topics, the authors of these chapters show how biosocial concepts add to, complement, and strengthen those ideas. The book is uniquely valuable in that it brings together many of the leading figures in biosocial criminology to illustrate how the major issues and concerns of criminologists cannot be adequately addressed without understanding their genetic, hormonal, neurological, and evolutionary bases. more...

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A truly compelling account from an authoritative writer, Blood Brothers takes the reader right inside the world's criminal fraternities and reveals how they work. more...

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Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime. Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. You'll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented.:. Enter the world of crime — understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society;. Identify different types of crime — from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes;. Know who commits crimes, and why — explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes;. Take it to the streets — follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys;. Seek justice — meet the key players in the criminal justice system and see why and how the guilty are punished;. Deal with juveniles — know the differences between adult and juvenile systems, realize why youths are treated differently, and review modern methods for treatment. Open the book and find:. Common criminal traits;. The causes of violent crimes;. Recent efforts to secure victims' rights;. The processes used to solve crimes;. A step-by-step walkthrough of the criminal justice process;. Ways to recognize and fight back against crime;. Jobs in the criminal justice field;. Ten notorious, unsolved crimes more...

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A humorous insight into some of history's dumbest criminals. more...

Price: $6.95