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Criminology - A complete introduction (Paperback) Loot Price: R418
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Criminology - A complete introduction (Paperback): Peter Joyce, Wendy Laverick

Criminology - A complete introduction (Paperback)

Peter Joyce, Wendy Laverick

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Loot Price R418 Discovery Miles 4 180

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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 you embed your learning and improve your confidence; and detailed case studies to consolidate and contextualise your knowledge - all in one great-value book, no need for extra course books or work books. Chapters include: 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; Political crime; Organized crime; Why do we punish criminals? What is the criminal justice system? The police; The courts; Trial procedure; Prisons; Youth crime; Punishment in the community; The criminal justice system - is it fair? Victimology; Studying Criminology. The Complete Introduction series from Teach Yourself is the ultimate one-stop guide for anyone wanting a comprehensive and accessible entry point into subjects as diverse as philosophy, mathematics, economics, Shakespeare and physics. Loved by students and perfect for general readers who simply want to learn more about the world around them, these books are your first choice for discovering something new.

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Imprint: Teach Yourself Books
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: March 2020
Authors: Peter Joyce • Wendy Laverick
Dimensions: 214 x 136 x 34mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback - Trade
Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 978-1-5293-9797-0
Categories: Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Criminal or forensic psychology
Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Crime & criminology > Criminal investigation & detection
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LSN: 1-5293-9797-9
Barcode: 9781529397970

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