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Book SynopsisThe days of endless cross reference are over - this fresh, critical text unites all the key themes in one volume, challenges your thinking and opens up fresh perspectives.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents a critical history of Western criminological thought from the Enlightenment to the development of modern criminological theories, mainly in the United States, over the last hundred years. It explores a variety of approaches including the classical school, the various currents of positivist criminology, and the managerial movement. Mehozay contends that Western criminological thought can be seen as an ideological project based on ‘otherness’, justifying social hierarchies and sustaining the control of some people over others. He demonstrates how ideologies of otherness, such as the non-rational other, the pathological other and more, validate projects of control, exclusion, modernization, and care.Table of Contents1. Introduction: Criminology as Otherness? 2. The Classical School: Otherness as an Ideology of an Imaginary Bourgeois Society 3. The Early Days of Positivist Criminology: An Ideology of Universalism and Otherness 4. Two Versions of Otherness: Between Eugenics and Modernization Theory 5. Otherness as Subculture 6. Managing the Other: Otherness in Practice 7. Conclusion: A Science of Otherness?

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Book SynopsisDigital media technologies have enabled some LGBTQ+ individuals and communities to successfully organize for basic rights and justice. But these technologies can also present risks, such as online and in-person harassment and assault, and unsettled standards of privacy and consent. Justin Ellis provides new insights on LGBTQ+ identity formation through social media networks and platform biometrics. Drawing on debate over gender, procreation, religion, nationalism and tech-regulation, he considers the effects of surveillance technologies on LGBTQ+ agency. In doing so, he brings an interdisciplinary ‘digiqueer’ perspective to negotiations of LGBTQ+ identity through case studies of digital harms from case law, parliamentary debates, social and mainstream media and LGBTQ-tech advocacy.Trade Review“A must-read not only for academics, media practitioners, and activists, but also for anyone seeking to understand why, despite a range of protections for LGBTQ+ citizens across many jurisdictions, bigotry and hatred against these communities persists and continues to grow.” Crime, Media, CultureTable of Contents1. Information Warfare in Technocratic Times 2. The Digiqueer Fight Against Algorithmic Governance 3. Information Warfare Against Drag Queen Storytime 4. (Mis)Representation of Same-Sex Attraction 5. Digiqueer Activism, Advocacy and Allyship 6. Data Driven Times?

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Book SynopsisWeapons have been a source of political and legal debate for centuries. Aristotle considered the possession of arms a fundamental source of political power and wrote that tyrants ""mistrust the people and deprive them of their arms."" Today ownership of weapons - whether handguns or military-grade assault weapons - poses more acute legal problems than ever before. In this volume, the editors' introduction traces the history of gun control in the United States, arguing that until the 1980s courts upheld reasonable gun control measures. The contributors confront urgent questions, among them the usefulness of history as a guide in ongoing struggles over gun regulation, the changing meaning of the Second Amendment, the perspective of law enforcement on guns and gun control law, and individual and relational perspectives on gun rights.The contributors include the editors and Carl T. Bogus, Jennifer Carlson, Saul Cornell, Darrell A.H. Miller, Laura Beth Nielsen, and Katherine Shaw.

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Book SynopsisCrime in the United States contains findings from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of the offenses known to law enforcement. This reference is the most comprehensive official compilation of crime statistics in the United States and is an important addition to your library's collection.While the FBI no longer prints these findings, Bernan Press continues to provide this practical information in convenient book form. In this intricately detailed source, legal and law enforcement professionals, researchers, and those who are just curious will find violent and property crime statistics for the nation as well as for regions, states, counties, cities, towns, and even college and university campuses.Crime in the United States includes statistics for: Offenses known to police Violent crime offenses: murder, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault Property crime offenses: burglary, larcency-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson Clearance data: crimes solved by police or cleared by exceptional means Persons arrested Police employees: sworn officers and civilian law enforcement personnel Hate crimes with data by offense type, location, bias motivation, victim type, number of victims, and race of offender

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Book SynopsisThe chief prosecution witness in the Moors Murders trial gives his account of the case after more than four decades of silenceDespite standing as chief prosecution witness in the Moors Murders trial, David Smith was vilified by the public due to the accusations thrown at him by Myra Hindley and Ian Brady about his involvement in their crimes. Hindley's later confession that she and Brady had lied in an attempt to reduce their sentences did little to diminish the slurs against his name. For over four decades, Smith was asked by writers and film-makers to tell his story. Apart from a handful of brief interviews, he always refused. Carol Ann Lee met Smith during her research for One of Your Own, her critically acclaimed biography of Hindley, following which he finally agreed to reveal all. In Evil Relations (previously published as Witness), interviews, archival research and, most significantly, David Smith's own vivid memoir are fused to create an unforgettable, often harrowing account of his life before, during and after the Moors Murders.David Smith lived in rural Ireland with his wife prior to his death in May 2012. He is survived by four children and several grandchildren. Carol Ann Lee is an acclaimed biographer and has written extensively on the Holocaust. Her most recent publication, One of Your Own, focused on the life and death of Myra Hindley.Trade ReviewIf you thought nothing more could possibly be written about the harrowing Moors Murders, you were wrong. David Smith was there and his story is both chilling and sad * Manchester Evening News *Deeply affecting (****) * Daily Express *

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Book SynopsisDavid Nutt regularly hit the headlines as the UK's forthright Drugs Czar (Chair of the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs), not least when fired by the Home Secretary in 2009 for his 'inconvenient' views. In Nutt Uncut he explains how he survived ill-judged political and media vilification to establish the respected charity Drug Science, with the aim of telling the truth about drugs. The book describes his life, distinguished career and scientific achievements, including his research into the human brain and the effects that both lawful and criminally illegal substances (including psychedelics) have on the brain and behaviour. It also catalogues with expert precision the risks of harm to drug users and others of a range of well-known drugs. Surveying the state of medical knowledge around various currently prohibited substances - from hard drugs to LSD, cannabis, ecstasy, magic mushrooms and poppers - Professor Nutt ranks their potential harms and benefits (e.g. in treating anxiety, depression or pain) leading him to challenge the distorted logic of a blanket ban on anything psychoactive except alcohol, tobacco and caffeine. Nutt Uncut contains far, far more about the usually hidden world of drugs, their use, abuse and role as a political bargaining counter - making it of interest not just to the many experts and others who already support the author's campaign for a frank, evidence-based approach to drugs but also anyone who wishes to learn about what he describes in Chapter 11 as 'policy madness.'Trade Review‘Nutt’s book achieves his goals, to “put into the public domain, in non-specialist terms, the truth about psychiatric disorders and their treatments” and to counter “extreme and unfounded claims” about drugs. It is also an absorbing read for clinicians who want to brush up on their psychopharmacology and to appreciate better the convoluted paths of government health policy decision-making.’– BJPsych Bulletin.Table of ContentsForeword by Ilana B Crome. Becoming Conscious: Politics and the Science of Breathing; Shocking Times: Bombs and Life Threats; Revealing Anxiety Through Reframing Benzodiazepines; Struggles with Serotonin; Alcohol - A Drug or Not a Drug?; Ecstasy or Not?; Conflicts Over Cannabis; The Scale of Harms; The Sacking; The Rise of Drug Science; And It Gets Worse! More Policy Madness with the Psychoactive Substances Act; Resurrecting Psychedelic Research with Magic Mushrooms; Psilocybin and Depression; A General Theory of Psychedelic Actions - Imaging LSD and DMT; Moving MDMA back into the Clinic; Coda: Further Reflections and Timeline. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides hands-on guidance for researchers and practitioners in criminal justice and criminology to perform statistical analyses and data visualization in the free and open-source software R. It offers a step-by-step guide for beginners to become familiar with the RStudio platform and tidyverse set of packages. This volume will help users master the fundamentals of the R programming language, providing tutorials in each chapter that lay out research questions and hypotheses centering around a real criminal justice dataset, such as data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, National Crime Victimization Survey, Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, The Monitoring the Future Study, and The National Youth Survey. Users will also learn how to manipulate common sources of agency data, such as calls-for-service (CFS) data. The end of each chapter includes exercises that reinforce the R tutorial examples, designed to help master the software as well as to provide practice on statistical concepts, data analysis, and interpretation of results. The text can be used as a stand-alone guide to learning R or it can be used as a companion guide to an introductory statistics textbook, such as Basic Statistics in Criminal Justice (2020).Table of Contents1. Getting started.2. Managing your data.3. Data visualization.4. Spatiotemporal data visualization and basic crime analysis.5. Descriptive statistics: measures of central tendency.6. Descriptive statistics: measures of dispersion.7. Statistical inference in criminal justice research.8. Defining the observed significance level of a test.9. Hypothesis testing using the binomial distribution.10. Chi-square: a test commonly used for nominal-level measures.11. The normal distribution and its application to tests of statistical significance.12. Comparing means in two samples.13. Analysis of variance.14. Measures of association for nominal and ordinal variables.15. Measuring association for interval data.16. Introduction to regression analysis.

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Book SynopsisThe last days of colonialism taught America's revolutionaries that soldiers in the streets bring conflict and tyranny. As a result, our country has generally worked to keep the military out of law enforcement. But according to investigative reporter Radley Balko, over the last several decades, America's cops have increasingly come to resemble ground troops. The consequences have been dire: the home is no longer a place of sanctuary, the Fourth Amendment has been gutted, and police today have been conditioned to see the citizens they serve as an other-an enemy.Today's armored-up policemen are a far cry from the constables of early America. The unrest of the 1960s brought about the invention of the SWAT unit-which in turn led to the debut of military tactics in the ranks of police officers. Nixon's War on Drugs, Reagan's War on Poverty, Clinton's COPS program, the post-9/11 security state under Bush, Obama: by degrees, each of these innovations empowered police forces, always at the expense of civil liberties. And under Trump, these powers were expanded in terrifying new ways, as evidenced by the tanks and overwhelming force that met the Black Lives Matter protesters in 2020.In Rise of the Warrior Cop, Balko shows how politicians' ill-considered policies and relentless declarations of war against vague enemies like crime, drugs, and terror have blurred the distinction between cop and soldier. His fascinating, frightening narrative shows how over a generation, a creeping battlefield mentality has isolated and alienated American police officers and put them on a collision course with the values of a free society.

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Book SynopsisQuesting was Sherlock Holmes’s business. He famously adopted the latest forensic techniques, channelled the Victorian passion for enquiry, kept abreast of the key scientific breakthroughs of his age, and conducted his investigations in an enigmatic and stylised manner. And the brains behind it all was, of course, the great Arthur Conan Doyle. In this deep dive into the contemporary world of Holmes and Conan Doyle, biographer Andrew Lycett explores all that encompasses the world of the great detective – tracing the infamous character’s own interests, personality and mythologised biography alongside that of his creator’s. From the Victorian crazes for detection and séance, to contemporary developments in science and psychology, Lycett weaves together everything that inspired Conan Doyle in creating the world’s most famous detective and one of fictiTrade Review"I’ve seen lots of books about everyone’s favorite consulting detective ...none more elegant or beautifully produced. A profusion of illustrations, as well as text by Lycett, one of Arthur Conan Doyle’s best biographers, will brighten Christmas morning for any would-be Baker Street Irregular." -- Michael Dirda * The Washington Post *We can't say enough good things about it. It is a piece of art. It is lovely to hold, lovely to flip through. It is so well-written. The flow as Andrew takes us through the evolution of Sherlock Holmes in the world and what the world contributed to Sherlock Holmes... This is one of those books that every Sherlockian needs to own. -- Scott Monty, I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere podcast * Scott Monty, I Hear of Sherlock Everywhere podcast *"Lycett provides an impressive and colorfully-illustrated discussion of how Holmes was created, and why he continues to fascinate each new generation of readers." -- Peter Blau * Scuttlebuts *“This companion embarks on a lively tour of the politics, cultural and social circumstances of Holmes’s era [and] takes us inside Holmes’s mind, a mix of imagination to read a criminal’s intentions with a scientific approach to solving riddles…We discover what lies behind that famous image, the man who created him and the world into which both were born and shaped by.” -- Dan Carrier * Camden New Journal *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION A SHERLOCKIAN SENSE OF PLACE BRITAIN AND THE WIDER WORLD THE ADVANCE OF SCIENCE WATCHING THE DETECTIVES SCREEN AND STAGE REPRESENTATIONS GETTING INTO PRINT ART IN THE BLOOD A FEW ATHLETIC TASTES STAYING THE COURSE POSTSCRIPT CHRONOLOGY OF CONAN DOYLE AND WORLD EVENTS CHRONOLOGY OF HOLMES AND WATSON FURTHER READING INDEX PICTURE CREDITS ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

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Book SynopsisRome is an empire with a bad reputation. From its brutal games to its depraved emperors, its violent mobs to its ruthless wars, its name resounds down the centuries like a scream in an alley. But was it as bad as all that? Join the historian Jerry Toner on a detective's hunt to discover the extent of Rome's crimes. From the sexual peccadillos of Tiberius and Nero to the chances of getting burgled if you left your apartment unguarded (pretty high, especially if the walls were thin enough to knock through) he leaves no stone unturned in his quest to bring the Eternal City to book. Meet a gallery of villains, high and low. Discover the problems that most exercised its long-suffering citizens. Explore the temptations of excess and find out what desperation can make a pleb do. What do we see when we look at Rome? A hideous vision of ancient corruption - or a reflection of our own troubled age?Trade ReviewPraise for How to Manage your Slaves: Entertaining and well-researched -- Patrick Kidd * the Times *Thought-provoking and illuminating -- Orlando Bird * FT *Toner's commentary ... is excellent ... This book is at its best when Toner analyses Roman attitudes to slavery, and how little they changed even when Christianity began to take hold in the ancient world ... packed with fascinating references to the earliest writings about slavery -- Natalie Haynes * Independent *Marcus dispenses advice with aplomb ... he is a fascinating creation -- Nick Romeo * TLS *

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Book SynopsisMost of us only half-listen to the public service announcements about safety in the home. We lock our doors at night, but do little else to change habits that may make us the next victims of the dangerous individuals who are always on the watch for their next opportunity. This updated paperback edition takes readers through the mindset of predatory criminals - their motives, various plans of attack, and way of thinking - and then teaches simple lifestyle techniques that will help reduce the risk of becoming victimized. Featuring a new chapter on how the Internet and social media has radically changed how some predators operate, criminal behavior specialists Greg Cooper and Mike King provide expert analysis based on real-life cases, in addition to moving insights from victims and criminals themselves. The authors make the point that the people who commit these crimes aren't much different from the predators of the wild, preying on the weak and unsuspecting. What makes these individuals more dangerous than their instinctive wildlife counterparts, however, is that they consciously choose to inflict their will on the more vulnerable members of their own species. To protect our loved ones and ourselves requires that we truly educate ourselves about the predators who live in our society and then take appropriate action. This excellent, in-depth study will help readers lead safer lives.Trade Review""In an absolutely riveting manner, criminal behavior specialists Cooper and King delve into the mind-sets of predatory criminals and suggest simple lifestyle techniques to help reduce the risk of victimization....while readers may get knots in their stomachs, they are bound to find information that will help them live safer lives. Highly recommended for all libraries." LIBRARY JOURNAL“This is a landmark book. It is powerful and compelling as well as practical. [The authors] draw on an extensive background in profiling to dissect the world of the predator and show us how to stop them. Deserves a place on everyone's bookshelf. It is a must read." ANN WOLBERT BURGESSProfessor of Psychiatric Nursing, Boston College

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Book SynopsisThe gripping new novel from expert police psychologist Emma Kavanagh.Trade ReviewWhat a rollercoaster ride! A thrill a minute - I loved it. * Clare Mackintosh *To Catch A Killer is one of my favourite books of the year. The intricate, clever story is told well, and the characters are brilliantly drawn. * Rachel Abbott *Fast-moving. Unexpected twists. Punchy writing. This author has teeth! A perfect thriller for winter nights! * Jane Corry, author of The Dead Ex *A real white-knuckle ride of a thriller that packs a big emotional punch. This is top class crime writing. * Tammy Cohen *Wow. Whether you like fast-paced thrillers or in-depth (spot-on) character-led mysteries, you're going to love To Catch a Killer by Emma Kavanagh. LOVED it. * Caz Frear *This transatlantic thriller has elements of Bourne and Lee Child while remaining true to its British police procedural roots. Beautifully written, expertly paced and highly entertaining. * Sinead Crowley *Pacy, emotional and a cracking read! * Jane Isaac *A darkly brilliant tale of psychological manipulation, which I was entirely hooked by, from page one. Bravo, Emma! * Kate Rhoades *I absolutely loved it. I was completely hooked from the start, it was a stunning read. Plus the ending blew me away. * Rebecca Bradley *To Catch a Killer is a pacy cat-and-mouse thriller with real depth and a protagonist I want to go for a drink with. A brilliant character-driven story perfect for anyone who adores a twisting, turning read. I loved it. * Amanda Jennings *Absorbing page-turner that delivers the twists. * Sunday Times Crime Club *Effortlessly turns and twists, all the while ratcheting up the tension. * Living *I absolutely raced through it and loved every minute of the heart-pounding cat-and-mouse chase. DS Alice Parr is brilliant, three-dimensional, and utterly memorable, and I can't wait to see more of her soon. * Elle Croft *Perfect for fans of tense thrillers. * Candis *Exceptional. Simply exceptional as crime/ thriller reads go. This is just a very clever read; perfect if you love detective dramas. * Woman's Way *One of the key ingredients in modern bestsellers is the woman-in-peril story. Exciting * The Tablet *Twists and turns abound in Emma Kavanagh's heart-pounding police procedural thriller, which introduces a compelling new lead in the form of DS Alice Parr ... a frightening game of cat and mouse with a killer who's watching her every move. Just when you think you've got the measure of the story, Kavanagh throws another curveball that will leave you slack-jawed. Be prepared to read this in one sitting. * CultureFly *

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Book SynopsisIn January 2006 a man tried to break Marcel Duchamp's Fountain sculpture with a small hammer. The sculpted foot of Michelangelo's David was damaged in 1991 by a purportedly mentally ill artist. Each such incident confronts us with the unsettling dynamic between destruction and art. Renowned art historian Dario Gamboni is the first to tackle this weighty issue in depth. Starting with the sweeping obliteration of architecture and art under the Communist regimes of the Soviet Union and Eastern Bloc, Gamboni investigates other instances of destruction around the globe, uncovering a surprisingly widespread phenomenon. As he demonstrates through analyses of nineteenth- and twentieth-century incidents in the U.S. and Europe, a complex relationship exists between the evolution of modern art and a long history of iconoclasm. Gamboni probes the concept of artists' rights, the power of political protest and the ways in which iconoclasm offers a unique interpretation of society's relationship to art and material culture. This compelling and thought-provoking study, now in B-format paperback and with a new preface by the author, forces us to rethink the ways in which we interact with art and its power to shock or subdue.Trade Review`Well-illustrated . . . Gamboni brings together a great deal of fascinating information.' - The Independent; `Erudite and entertaining, Gamboni's book is an excellent guide to the outrageous in art.' - Glasgow Herald

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for General Non-FictionLonglisted for the National Book AwardOne of the New York Times Book Review''s 10 Best Books of 2017Former public defender James Forman, Jr. is a leading critic of mass incarceration and its disproportionate impact on people of colour. In Locking Up Our Own, he seeks to understand the war on crime that began in the 1970s and why it was supported by many African American leaders in the nation''s urban centres.Forman shows us that the first substantial cohort of black mayors, judges and police chiefs took office amid a surge in crime and drug addiction. Many prominent black officials, including Washington, DC mayor Marion Barry and federal prosecutor Eric Holder, feared that the gains of the civil rights movement were being undermined by lawlessness - and thus embraced tough-on-crime measures, including longer sentences and aggressive police tactics. In the face of sTrade ReviewThis superb, shattering book probably made a deeper impression on me than any other this year - New York TimesA beautiful book, written so well, that gives us the origins and consequences of where we are . . . I can see why [the Pulitzer prize] was awarded - The Daily ShowRemarkable . . . Forman's beautifully written narrative, enriched by firsthand knowledge of the cops and courts, neither condemns black leaders in hindsight nor exonerates the white-dominated institutions . . . He adds historical nuance to the story of 'mass incarceration' told in . . . The New Jim Crow - Washington PostEloquent . . . A gritty, often revelatory work of local history, interspersed with tales of Forman's experiences as a public defender . . . Locking Up Our Own is a sobering chronicle of how black people, in the hope of saving their communities, contributed to the rise of a system that has undone much of the progress of the civil rights era. But, as Forman knows, they could not have built it by themselves, and they are even less likely to be able to abolish it without influential white allies, and dramatic reforms in the structure of American society - London Review of Books

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Book SynopsisThe 'punitive turn' has brought about new ways of thinking about geography and the state, and has highlighted spaces of incarceration as a new terrain for exploration by geographers. Carceral geography offers a geographical perspective on incarceration, and this volume accordingly tracks the ideas, practices and engagements that have shaped the development of this new and vibrant subdiscipline, and scopes out future research directions. By conveying a sense of the debates, directions, and threads within the field of carceral geography, it traces the inner workings of this dynamic field, its synergies with criminology and prison sociology, and its likely future trajectories. Synthesizing existing work in carceral geography, and exploring the future directions it might take, the book develops a notion of the 'carceral' as spatial, emplaced, mobile, embodied and affective.Trade Review’While acknowledging its debt to the small number of scholars interested in spaces and practices of confinement over recent decades, Carceral Geography: Spaces and Practices of Incarceration is written by the foremost expert currently working in the field. As a pioneer of carceral geography, Dominique Moran has provided a must-read introduction to the field. Erudite, thought-provoking and tremendously readable, this book will enrich studies of the prison within and beyond geography.’ Yvonne Jewkes, University of Leicester, UK ’Carceral spaces are proliferating and Dominique Moran provides an indispensable toolkit to apprehend this development. Drawing on state of the art geographical concepts and contemporary debates she expertly defines and establishes the sub-discipline of carceral geography in this book. She also sets out the agenda for the coming years by raising indispensable questions about discipline, mobility and spectacle.’ Nick Gill, University of Exeter, UK ’If Dominique Moran did not perhaps singlehandedly invent the field of carceral geography, she has with this book undoubtedly produced the authoritative guide to it. Always one step ahead, Moran offers here a breathtakingly expansive, ecumenical study of prisons, punishment, space, and architecture - an indispensable manual on geographies of incarceration including a peek into the post-prison. Terrific book for our troubled times.’ Karen M. Morin, Bucknell University, USA 'For law and courts readers interested in migration and imprisonment from a human geography angle, this wide-ranging book has many interesting case study "nuggets" and a wealth of theoretically interesting angles to offer ...' Law & Politics Book ReviewTable of ContentsContents: Introduction; Origins and dialogues. Part I Carceral Space: Carceral space; The emotional and embodied geographies of prison life; Carceral TimeSpace. Part II Geographies of Carceral Systems: Geographies of carceral systems; Prison transport and disciplined mobility; Inside/outside and the contested prison boundary. Part III The Carceral and a Punitive State: The carceral and a punitive state; Prison buildings and the design of carceral space; Carceral cultural landscapes, post-prisons and the spectacle of punishment; Afterword; Bibliography; Index.

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Book SynopsisHave you always wanted to know what makes an ordinary person commit a crime? Explore the dark side of human nature with this illuminating beginner''s guide to criminology.There are few subjects more compelling or divisive than criminology. Whether crime dominates the headlines or just the subject of your latest boxset, our animal instincts have always drawn us to darkness and danger.This pocket-sized introduction includes accessible primers on the key criminological thinkers, themes and theories, including: How disciplines such as economics, psychology and sociology have informed criminological study and our understanding of crime Why some individuals are more or less likely to engage in criminal behaviour The biggest issues facing contemporary society, such as cybercrime, gendered crime and hate crimeFrom understanding criminal motivation to how crime is policed and prevented, there has never been a more important moment to grasp how c

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Book SynopsisMurder - the most appalling crime of all. It comes in many guises and is as diverse as the victims and perpetrators themselves. But no matter how horrifying, it fascinates as much as it repels.In this updated edition of THE LAW KILLERS, journalist Alexander McGregor examines some of the country's most chilling cases and peels back the civilised layers of our society to reveal some of the horrors that lie beneath, including:The Templeton Wood Murders - Was the same serial killer responsible and is he at last identified?Little Boy Blue - The schoolboy with a continuing compulsion to kill.Forgive Me Father - A trail of slaughter that spread to two countries?Anything You Can Do - The country's most notorious father and son who killed again and again.To Love, Honour and . . . Kill - The double wife-killer who thought he had committed the perfect murder . . . and nearly had.'Alexander McGregor is the safest pair of hands in Scottish true crime . . . accurate, detailed and written with rare sensitivity - for good reason, The Law Killers was a bestseller'Emeritus Professor David Wilson, leading UK criminologist and presenter of In the Footsteps of Killers and Crime Files

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Book SynopsisThe ‘ndrangheta – the Calabrian region of Italy’s mafia – is one of wealthiest and most powerful criminal organizations today. It is considered Italy’s most powerful mafia; it’s not only the main object of concern for anti-mafia units in Italy, but also for joint investigative teams in Europe and beyond. Combining autobiography, travel ethnography, memoir, academic rigour and investigative journalism, this book provides a global outlook on the ‘ndrangheta, taking the reader to small villages and locations in Italy and abroad to Australia, Canada, United States and Argentina.Table of ContentsPrologue 1. Mafia, Memories and Journeys 2. Wine, Cannabis and Ancestors: Rural Australia 3. Aspromonte, the Roots 4. From St Kilda to Kings Cross 5. Bombs, Bridges and Gold 6. North American Hybrids 7. The Port, the Sea and the Wrong Sun 8. ’Ndrangheta City and Spiderwebs Epilogue

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Book SynopsisWith its uniquely student-focused approach and authoritative coverage of all key topics, The Oxford Textbook on Criminology is the essential companion to exploring crime and criminal justice. It acts as an energising springboard, equipping readers with the skills to form their own views and the confidence to see themselves as valued criminologists.Trade ReviewThe book offers excellent coverage of key areas of criminology, and its student focus is unmatched by any other introductory text I have read - its ability to engage and inspire readers is remarkable! Recommending it has made a demonstrable difference for our teaching team and students, and I consider it a must for any undergraduate criminology reading list. * Victoria Gadd, Senior Lecturer at Anglia Ruskin University *This text retains the first editions standout approach but now includes content on the most pressing issues of our time. It is a fantastic resource for students at all levels, written by some of the leading scholars in the field. * Professor Matthew Williams, Professor of Criminology, Cardiff University *The new edition of this excellent book is an invaluable and unique resource. Engaging, exciting, and practical, this is the only textbook to put students at its centre and it will encourage and inspire the next generation of criminologists. * Dr Anna Souhami, Senior Lecturer in Criminology, University of Edinburgh *This is a brilliant new edition: a very comprehensive aid for students in all aspects of studying criminology, not just for new students but as an invaluable companion for all stages of their journey. * Dr Graham Steventon, Associate Professor in Criminology, Coventry University *Rigorous in its coverage and highly relevant to the times we're in, this engaging new edition inspires fresh ways of thinking about themes of relevance to criminologists all over the world. * Professor Neil Chakraborti, Head of School and Professor in Criminology, University of Leicester *Table of ContentsPart 1: Journeying into Criminology 1: Studying criminology Part 2: Exploring Crime 2: What is 'crime'? 3: What is 'justice'? 4: How criminology produces knowledge 5: Crime statistics 6: Crime and the media 7: Victimology 8: Hate crime 9: Youth offending and youth justice 10: Race, ethnicities, and the criminal justice system 11: Gender and feminist criminology 12: Green criminology 13: Global criminology 1: Comparative criminology 14: Global criminology 2: Transnational criminology Part 3: Explaining Crime 15: Free will, classicism and rational choice 16: Biological and psychological positivism 17: Sociological positivism 18: Critical criminology 19: Social harm 20: Right and left realism 21: Integrated theories of crime 22: Searching for the causes of crime Part 4: Responding to Crime 23: Criminal justice principles 24: Criminal justice institutions 25: Criminal justice policies and practices 26: Crime prevention 27: Crime control 28: Punishment 29: Rehabilitation of offenders 30: Alternatives to punishment 31: Critical perspectives on punishment Part 5: Research and Careers in Criminology 32: Conducting criminological research 33: Employability and careers

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Book SynopsisCriminology is a broad-ranging and stimulating introduction that is ideal for undergraduates approaching the subject for the first time. Each chapter is written by an expert in their field and includes a range of learning features designed to help students engage with the material covered.Trade ReviewA first-rate resource with which to study and debate current issues within the subject. * Anna Markovska, Anglia Ruskin University, The Howard Journal of Criminal Justice Vol 46 No 4, September 2007 *Given its scope and the inclusion of study questions, further reading and web links, lecturers will inevitably find this a useful core textbook. * Times Higher Education Supplement *The editors bring together an excellent group of contributions, making this a fascinating read. One of the real benefits is the scope of the material covered, which includes areas often neglected by criminology textbooks. * Times Higher Education Supplement *A very useful compilation of the subject of criminology for undergraduates and people studying criminology, particularly for the first time. * Dr. Lystra Hagley-Dickinson, British Journal of Criminology Newsletter 2006 *Table of ContentsPART I: INTRODUCING CRIME AND CRIMINOLOGY; PART II: FORMS OF CRIME; PART III: SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF CRIME; PART IV: RESPONSES TO CRIME

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Book Synopsis''A thrilling new talent'' PETER JAMES''Creepy, twisted and gripping'' SUN''Dark, compelling and expertly paced'' M. W. CRAVEN ___________________On a cold winter''s morning, the body of a young boy is discovered in Epping Forest. The body is pristine and peaceful, his head resting gently on a pillow, an angel pendant clenched in his small fist. It is a murder as carefully planned as it is brutal, and there''s one person DI Bishop needs back on his team to help solve such a calculated crime. Holly Wakefield, criminal psychologist for the Met Police, is better than anyone Bishop knows at getting inside the brains of psychopaths. But with the body count rising, it''s going to take all their strength and resolve to stop the serial killer before any more angels are put to their rest . . .A breathtaking, page-turning thriller perfect for fans of Mark Billingham, StTrade ReviewCreepy, twisted and gripping * Sun *Dark, compelling and expertly paced . . . one of the best police procedurals I've read for a long time -- M. W. CravenA must for all crime readers * Woman's Way *Deftly plotted, propulsive, psychologically astute . . . totally horrifyingAbsolutely gripping . . . It reminded me of Thomas Harris - the same combination of terror and the detective pitting wits against a psychopath. I had to keep reading, while dreading what was coming next -- Toby FaberAnother dark, observant and addictive Holly Wakefield thriller which I highly recommend -- Caroline EnglandPraise for the Holly Wakefield series:Mark Griffin is a thrilling new talent, destined to become a big name in British crime writingMightily impressive . . . deviously plotted, with a bleak thread of intriguing twists * Daily Mail *Meticulously plotted and devious in its execution, Mark Griffin's debut novel is utterly compelling. I can't wait to read the rest of the Holly Wakefield seriesWow. I read this in less than a day. As many twists and turns as a rollercoaster! A fascinating lead character with a deliciously dark secret. It's the kind of writing which grabs you and won't let you go

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Book SynopsisThe second and completely revised edition of the Routledge Handbook of Youth and Young Adulthood draws on the work of leading academics from four continents in order to introduce up-to-date perspectives on a wide range of issues that affect and shape youth and young adulthood. It provides a multi-disciplinary overview of a dynamic field of study that offers unique insights on social change in advanced societies. It is aimed at researchers, policy-makers and advanced students on a global level.The Handbook introduces the main theoretical perspectives used within youth studies and sets out future research agendas. Each of the ten sections covers an important area of research â from education and the labour market to youth cultures, health and crime â discussing change and continuity in the lives of young people, introducing readers to some of the most important work in the field, while highlighting the underlying perspectives that have been used to understand the complexity of modern youth and young adulthood. Table of ContentsPart I: Reconceptualising Youth Transitions1. The Changing Landscape of Youth and Young Adulthood, (Andy Furlong)2. Socio-economic Reproduction, (Ken Roberts) 3. The Sociology of Generations and Youth Studies, (Dan Woodman) 4. Youth and Reflexive Life Management, (Rachel Thomson)5. The Emergence of Emerging Adulthood: The New Life Stage Between Adolescence and Young Adulthood, (Jennifer Lynn Tanner and Jeffrey Arnett)Part II: Divisions 6. Young People and Social Class, (Steven Roberts) 7. Post-crisis: Youth, Identity, Class and Gender, (Linda McDowell) 8. Young People, Race and Ethnicity, (Anoop Nayak) 9. Youth and Disability: Growing Up, Getting Out, Getting On?, (Alan Roulstone)10. Young Refugees, (Elizabeth Heger Boyle and Jasmine Trang Ha) Part III: Education 11. Educating for Late Modernity, (Johanna Wyn )12. The Influence of Basic Skills and Literacy Practices on Youth Transitions and Identities, (Mark Cieslik and Donald Simpson)13. Young People and Higher Education, (Rachel Brooks)14. Vocationalism, (David B. Bills, Lukas Graf and Paula Protsch)15. Vocational Education and Training (VET) and the Transition from School to Work – Challenges and Dilemmas, (Jan Skrobenek) Part IV: Employment 16. Changing Experiences of Work, (Jeylan T. Mortimer) 17. "Youth Unemployment", (Niall O’Higgins) 18. Precarious Work: The Growing Precarité of Youth, (Robert MacDonald) 19. NEETs in European Agenda: Characteristics and Policy Debate, (Massimiliano Mascherini) 20. Urban Chinese Youth, (Alex Cockain)21. Youth Entrepreneurship: A Developmental Systems Perspective, (G. John Geldhof, Sara K. Johnson, Michelle B. Weiner, Dustin Hunt and Richard M. Lerner) Part V: Dependency 22. Leaving the Parental Home as a Transition Marker to Adulthood, (Anne Berngruber) 23. Young, Free and Single? Young Adults and Independent Living Arrangements, (Sue Heath) 24. Intergenerational Support During the Transition to Adulthood, (Teresa Toguchi Swartz and Kirsten Bengtson O’Brien) 25. Early Childbearing in the New Era f Delayed Adulthood, (Frank Furstenberg Jr.) 26. Conceptualisations of Youth Homelessness and the Role of The Family, (Justin Barker )Part VI: Youth Culture 27. Cultural transitions: celebrity and young people’s aspirations, (Kim Allen, Heather Mendick, Laura Harvey and Aisha Ahmad) 28. Young Adults and the Night-Time Economy, (Robert G. Hollands) 29. Youth and Consumer Markets, (Amy L. Best and Randy Lynn) 30. Spectacular Soundtracks: Youth and Music, (Andy Bennett)31. Young People and Intoxication: Illegal Drugs, Alcohol and Legal Highs, (Shane Blackman) 32. Spectacular Youth? Young People’s Fashion and Style, (Paul Hodkinson)33. Young Cyborgs? Youth and the Digital Age, ( Kate C. Tilleczek & Ron Srigley) Part VII: Civic Engagement and Disengagement 34. Youth Political Participation in Europe: A New Participatory Landscape, (James Sloam ) 35. Young People, Politics and Citizenship, (Anita Harris)36. Do the Young Still Need Trade Unions and do Unions Want Them?, (Glynne Williams and Martin Quinn) 37. Understanding Online Activism in Transition Society, (Airi-Alina Allaste and David Cairns) 38. Young People and Armed Conflict, (Colette Daiute) Part VIII: Physical and Mental Health 39. Health in Youth: Changing Times and Changing Influences, (Patrick West) 40. Sexualities and Gender-Based Research in Youth Studies, (Deevia Bhana)41. The Social Context of Youth Mental Health, (Evelina Landstedt and Julia Coffey) 42. Pathways Linking Social Class to Smoking, Drinking and Psychiatric Distress, (Michael Green) Part IX: Identities, Values and Beliefs 43. Youth-Identity Studies: History, Controversies and Future Directions, (James E. Côté) 44. Young People, Islam and the Significance of Religious Identities in British Society, (Louise Ryan)45. The Influence of Aspirations on Educational and Occupational Outcomes, (Nathan Jones and Barbara Schneider) 46. Young People and the Coming of the 3rd Industrial Revolution: New Work Ethics and the Self as Enterprise after the GFC, after neo-Liberalism, (Peter Kelly) 47. Understanding the Sexual Lives of Young People, (Janet Holland) Part X: Crime and Deviance 48. Young People and Desistance, (Briege Nugent and Fergus McNeill) 49. Young People and Anti-Social Behaviour, (Alan France) 50. Youth in a World of Gangs, (John M. Hagedorn) 51. Young People, Crime and Justice, (Rob White) 52.Experiencing Youth Justice and Penality, (Siobhán Mcalister and Nicola Carr)

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the criminal justice system of England and Wales. Starting with an overview of the main theories of the causes of crime, this book explores and discusses the operation of the main criminal justice agencies including the police, probation and prison services and the legal and youth justice systems. The fourth edition has been revised, updated, expanded and features a new expert co-author.This book offers a lively and critical discussion of some of the main themes in criminal justice, from policy-making and crime control, to diversity and discrimination, to the global dimensions of criminal justice, including organised crime and the role performed by transnational policing organisations to combat it.Key updates to this new edition include: increased discussion of the measurement, prevention and detection of crime; a revised chapter on the police which discusses the principle of policing Trade Review"Once again Joyce has provided readers with a go-to resource. Laden with critical and imaginative explanation, this fourth edition presents an authoritative account of contemporary criminal justice - theory and practice. Bringing readers up to date with the myriad of changes in policy, measurement techniques, and of course the impact of coronavirus, this text establishes itself as a leading source of reference for scholars, educators, learners and practitioners in the field." Dr Paul Taylor, Senior Lecturer in Criminology, Department of Social and Political Science, University of Chester "Peter Joyce has produced a clear, accessible and comprehensive introductory textbook that is invaluable for all students and teachers of criminology and criminal justice. Covering both the main theories relating to the causes of crime, as well as the workings of the key criminal justice agencies, this book provides an accessible resource for students to read in depth, as well as provide guidance for further studies as their skills and interests progress." Dr Linda Asquith, Course Leader, BA (Hons) Criminology and Senior Lecturer in Criminology, School of Social Sciences, Leeds Beckett University "The new edition of Criminal Justice: An Introduction is essential reading for anyone seeking a comprehensive and critical understanding of criminal justice. Peter Joyce unpacks the topic in a lively, incisive manner that is both challenging and accessible to students and lecturers. Highly recommended." Stephen Case, Professor of Criminology and Director of Studies, Department of Social Sciences, Loughborough University "This book provides an excellent introduction to the world of Criminal Justice and is a must read for students of Criminology. Its clarity and in-depth understanding and knowledge of the workings of the Criminal Justice system makes it a brilliant starting point for research in the area." Dr Joshua Skoczylis, Lecturer in Criminology, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Lincoln "Once again Joyce has provided readers with a go-to resource. Laden with critical and imaginative explanation, this fourth edition presents an authoritative account of contemporary criminal justice – theory and practice. Bringing readers up to date with the myriad of changes in policy, measurement techniques, and of course the impact of coronavirus, this text establishes itself as a leading source of reference for scholars, educators, learners and practitioners in the field." Dr Paul Taylor, Senior Lecturer in Criminology, Department of Social and Political Science, University of Chester "Peter Joyce has produced a clear, accessible and comprehensive introductory textbook that is invaluable for all students and teachers of criminology and criminal justice. Covering both the main theories relating to the causes of crime, as well as the workings of the key criminal justice agencies, this book provides an accessible resource for students to read in depth, as well as provide guidance for further studies as their skills and interests progress." Dr Linda Asquith, Course Leader, BA (Hons) Criminology and Senior Lecturer in Criminology, School of Social Sciences, Leeds Beckett University "The new edition of Criminal Justice: An Introduction is essential reading for anyone seeking a comprehensive and critical understanding of criminal justice. Peter Joyce unpacks the topic in a lively, incisive manner that is both challenging and accessible to students and lecturers. Highly recommended." Stephen Case, Professor of Criminology and Director of Studies, Department of Social Sciences, Loughborough University "This book provides an excellent introduction to the world of criminal justice and is a must read for students of criminology. Its clarity and in-depth understanding and knowledge of the workings of the criminal justice system makes it a brilliant starting point for research in the area." Dr Joshua Skoczylis, Lecturer in Criminology, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Lincoln Table of Contents1.The causes of crime and deviancy 2.The measurement, prevention and detection of crime 3.The criminal justice system – an overview 4.The police service 5.The prosecution of offenders 6.The judiciary 7.Punishment and sentencing 8.Prison and its alternatives 9.The juvenile justice system 10.Victims of crime 11.Diversity, equality and inclusion in the criminal justice system 12.Criminal justice policy: new forms of criminality and transnational organised crime 13.Conclusion: austerity, post-austerity and the future criminal justice landscape

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Book SynopsisThis edited collection by internationally recognized authors provides essays on police behavior in the categories of police administration, police operations, and combating specific crimes. Individual chapters strike at critical issues for police today, such as maintaining the well-being of officers, handling stress, hiring practices, child sexual exploitation, gunrunning, crime prevention strategies, police legitimacy, and much more. Understanding how police are hired and behave is a way of understanding different governments around the world. The book will cover the practices of countries as diverse as China, Germany, India, Japan, Turkey, South Africa, the United States, and others. Readers will be exposed to aspects of police that are rarely, if ever, explored. The book is intended for a wide range of audiences, including law enforcement and community leaders and students of criminal justice. Table of ContentsPart I. Police Behavior; 1. Cultivating Well-Being Among Police Officers: Examining Challenges in the Workplace; 2. An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Tragedy of Police-Citizen Encounters: From Social Dilemma via Fairness to Coordination; 3. The Doctrine of Minimum Force in Policing: Origins, Uncertainties, and Implications; 4. Perceptions of Police Officers of the Floating Population: A Pilot Study of Community Justice Initiatives in China; 5. Municipal Police Department's Use of Facebook: Exploring the Potential for Differences Across Size Classifications; 6. Consent Decrees on Police Organizations: Policies and Practices; 7. Police Discretion: An Issue of Untestable Reasonability in A Law Enforcement Process; 8. The Role of Legitimacy in Police Reform and Effectiveness: A Case Study on the Bangladesh National Police; 9. Police Behavior and Public Understanding: Insights and Innovations; Part II. Hiring and Training; 10. Hired with Competence: An Examination of Police Hiring Standards in Canada; 11. An Examination of Police Corruption Utilizing the Theory of Planned Behavior; 12. Relationship of Police Stress With Coping, Moral Reasoning, and Burnout; 13. An Evaluation of Safety and Security: A South African Perspective; 14. The Effects of Medical and Recreational Marijuana Policies upon Hiring in US Municipal Police Departments: A Case Study of Mesa Police Department, Mesa, AZ; Part III. Crime Control; 15. Policing Cybercrime: Is There a Role for the Private Sector?; 16. Gunrunning 101: A How-To Guide About What to Look For; 17. United We Stand: Collaborations to Combat Human Trafficking in Central Florida; 18. Are Attacks Against Abortion Providers Acts of Domestic Terrorism? A Three-Box Operational Sub-theory of Merton’s Anomie; 19. Freedom Versus Safety on the Roadway in Mesa, AZ: Analysis of Distracted Driving Incidents; 20. An Overview of Wildlife Enforcement Cooperation in Canada and North America; 21. A National Perspective on Retail Theft; 22. Sustained Footwear Characteristics Across Athletic Footwear Over Several Years: A Case Study of Impression Wear Patterns for Investigative Value

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Book SynopsisThe Routledge Handbook of Gender and Violence provides both a comprehensive and authoritative state-of-the-art overview of the latest research in the field of gender and violence. Each of the 23 specially commissioned chapters develops and summarises their key issue or debate including rape, stalking, online harassment, domestic abuse, FGM, trafficking and prostitution in relation to gender and violence. They study violence against women, but also look at male victims and perpetrators as well as gay, lesbian and transgender violence. The interdisciplinary nature of the subject area is highlighted, with authors spanning criminology, social policy, sociology, geography, health, media and law, alongside activists and members of statutory and third sector organisations. The diversity of perspectives all highlight that gendered violence is both an age-old and continuing social problem. By drawing together leading scholars this handbook provides an up-Trade Review'This is a wonderful, thought provoking, collection of research at the forefront of gender based violence studies. Lombard shows through this Handbook how different forms of gendered violence follow patterns in terms of how they become identified and responded to. Crucially, the book also identifies areas for transformation and opportunities for action. I recommend this book for researchers, policy makers, practitioners and advanced level students who want a thorough overview of up to date research on gendered violence written by those doing cutting edge research in the field.' - Professor Nicole Westmarland, Director, Durham University Centre for Research into Violence and Abuse, Durham University 'This handbook is a must-read for every gender violence researcher, practitioner, and student. Lombard has brought together in one volume contributions by an esteemed and diverse groups of scholars, whose work convincingly demonstrates that gender-based violence can be prevented and remedied only by scrutinizing is multiple manifestations through an intersectional and interdisciplinary lens.' - Claire Renzetti, Department of Sociology and Center for Research on Violence Against Women, University of Kentucky, USATable of ContentsNotes on contributors; Acknowledgements; Introduction to Gender and Violence; Part I: Theoretical Discussions of Gender and Violence; Chapter 1. Coercive Control as a Framework for Responding to Male Partner Abuse in the UK: Opportunities and Challenges (Evan Stark); Chapter 2. What’s in a name? The Scottish Government, Feminism and the Gendered Framing of Domestic Abuse (Nancy Lombard and Nel Whiting); Chapter 3. On the Limits of Typologies: Understanding Young Men’s Use of Violence in Intimate Relationships (David Gadd and Mary-Louise Corr); Chapter 4. Male Victims: Control, Coercion, and Fear? (Emma Williamson, Karen Morgan and Marianne Hester); Chapter 5. Domestic Violence in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and/or Transgender Relationships (Becky Barnes and Catherine Donovan); Part II: Specific Forms, Representations of, and Responses to, Gendered Violence; Chapter 6. The Implications of Pornification: Pornography, the Mainstream and False Equivalences (Karen Boyle); Chapter 7. Statutory Response to Sexual Violence: Where Doubt is Always Considered Reasonable (Deborah White and Lesley McMillan); Chapter 8. Stalking as a Gender-Based Violence (Katy Proctor); Chapter 9. Cyber-Trolling as Symbolic Violence: Deconstructing Gendered Abuse Online (Karen Lumsden and Heather M. Morgan); Chapter 10. The Relationship between Disability and Domestic Abuse (Jenna P. Breckenridge); Chapter 11. Child Contact as a Weapon of Control (Kirsteen Mackay); Chapter 12. Femicide (Karen Ingala-Smith); Chapter 13. ‘Lad Culture’ and Sexual Violence Against Students (Alison Phipps); Chapter 14. Violence Against Older Women (Hannah Bows); Chapter 15. Female Genital Mutilation: a Form of Gender-Based Violence (Judy Wasige and Ima Jackson); Chapter 16. Gender and Trafficking of Children and Young People into, within and out of England (Patricia Hynes); Chapter 17. Prostitution and Violence (Natasha Mulvihill); Part III: Conducting Research on Gendered Violence; Chapter 18. Lost in Translation? Comparative and International Work on Gender-Related Violence (gigi guizzo, Pam Alldred and Mireia Foradada-Villar); Chapter 19. Researching Child Sexual Exploitation: Methodological Challenges of Working with Police Data; (Maureen Taylor); Chapter 20. Researching Gender-Based Violence with Minoritised Communities in the UK; (Khatidja Chantler); Chapter 21. Young Women's Responses to Safety Advice in Bars and Clubs: Implications for Future Sexual Violence Prevention Campaigns (Oona Brooks); Chapter 22. ‘Thinking and Doing’: Children’s and Young People’s Understandings and Experiences of Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPVA) (Christine Barter and Nancy Lombard); Chapter 23. Making our Feelings Matter: Using Creative Methods to Re-assemble the Rules on Healthy Relationships Education in Wales (Libby, Georgia, Chloe, Courtney, Olivia and Rhiannon with Emma Renold); Index

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Book SynopsisIn this book, criminologist and experienced educator John E. Eck draws on decades of academic and professional writing experience to provide an analytical toolkit for clear professional writing. This book focuses on the essential objective of clarity, and addresses topics seldom addressed in other books, such as ethics beyond plagiarism; writing with co-authors; organizing complex ideas; using analytics to improve writing; crafting strong beginnings and endings; using examples and metaphors; and integrating tables, charts, and diagrams. As universities continue to demand writing-intensive courses in the social sciences, this book is indispensable in university settings and throughout a professional career. The reader will use the practical advice, examples, and exercises in this book to master a method for clear writing unimpaired by stereotypical academic jargon. The book will help both new and seasoned researchers seeking to translate their work into a clear and accessible Trade Review"Eck makes a convincing argument that complex prose or attempts to sound clever lead to frustrated readers and muddled ideas. He presents practical techniques to encourage us to write clearly and introduces tools that can help us to evaluate our progress. There is also lots of fun along the way."Kate Bowers, Head of the Department of Security and Crime Science, University College London, UK"John Eck’s Writing with Sweet Clarity is an imaginative, comprehensive, and altogether persuasive and practical 'kit of tools' for improving student writing. I enthusiastically recommend the book for advanced undergraduate, master's, and PhD students. The book can assist students regardless of their professional aspirations." Thomas Blumberg, Dean and Sheldon L. Messinger Professor of Criminology, College of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Florida State University, USA"Eck provides an essential resource for anyone working in the social sciences with this clever, simple, and useful guide to good writing. He takes you through key principles for each stage of the writing process, including important tips for creating the tables, graphs, and diagrams. This book is an exemplar of writing at its best!"Danielle Reynald, School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University, Australia"In true Eckian fashion, John cuts through the problems of convoluted academic writing and provides straightforward guidance for us all. This guidebook is a must-have for students and early academics who want to be educated and entertained about the basics of simple, meaningful, and audience-specific writing."Cynthia Lum, Department of Criminology, Law and Society, George Mason University, USA; and Co-Editor-In-Chief of the Journal Criminology and Public Policy"Few academic programs provide systematic training in writing—the major form of scholarly and professional communication. Writing with Sweet Clarity fills this gap. John Eck develops the insight that the measure of a text is its success in communicating with its readers. His treatment is comprehensive and systematic. And he followed his own good advice, writing a text that will hold the attention of undergraduates and professionals alike."Paul DiMaggio, New York University, Department of Sociology, USA; and A. Barton Hepburn Professor Emeritus of Sociology and Public Affairs, and Senior Scholar, Sociology Department, Princeton University, USA "Finally, a contemporary work full of tips and exercises to improve writing process. Eck’s practical guide infuses humor and kindness as he explains everything from the basics, to writing with co-authors, to editing and reviews. Writing with Sweet Clarity is now required reading for my graduate and honours students and strongly recommended in my other classes. A must read for anyone seeking to improve their written communication or wanting to help others improve theirs."Sheri Fabian, School of Criminology, Simon Fraser University, Canada; and Winner of the 2019 3M National Teaching Fellowship awarded by the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education"The role of policing is changing, and our writing must be clear, concise, and convincing. Eck’s ten simple commandments will entertain you and improve your writing skills. I found his book witty and easy to read. Every police officer needs this book."Maris Herold, Chief of Police, Boulder (Colorado) Police Department, USA"Writing in English is challenging for non-native English speakers like myself. We tend to write long sentences to appear sophisticated but create sentences that are hard to comprehend. I could not agree with John more on writing short sentences using active voice to alleviate this problem. I highly recommend this book to anyone in geography, planning, sociology, criminology, or related fields."Lin Liu, Department of Geography and GIS, University of Cincinnati, USA"In a world where we increasingly communicate by tweets and emojis, John Eck has published this marvelous book as a public service. Clarity of expression is vital in the arena of crime and policing decision-making. Students of this book will improve not just their grade, but also their connection to readers and policy makers."Jerry Ratcliff, Department of Criminal Justice, Temple University, USA; Retired London Metropolitan Police officer, and host of the popular Reducing Crime podcast"John Eck’s Writing with Sweet Clarity is a tour de force on the craft and joy of academic writing in the social sciences. Brilliantly written and chock full of great advice, with a touch of humor, this book is essential reading for current and aspiring academics."Brandon C. Welsh, Northeastern University, USA; and Director, Cambridge-Somerville Youth StudyTable of ContentsPART I - THINKING ABOUT WRITING; 1. Introduction; 2. The Ethics of Useful Writing; 3. A Writing Process; PART II - PREPARING TO WRITE; 4. Writing with Others; 5. Getting Started; PART III - WRITING; 6. Order; 7. Words; 8. Sentences; 9. Paragraphs and Longer Passages; 10. Examples, Analogies, and Related Matters; 11. Beginnings; 12. Endings; PART IV - WHEN WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH; 13. Tables; 14. Graphs; 15. Diagrams; PART V: REWRITING & REVISING; 16. Editing; 17. Reviews; PART VI - THE END OF THE BEGINNING; 18. Future

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Book SynopsisAlthough stalking is an age-old phenomenon, it is only recently receiving due attention. In a span of just ten years, all fifty states have passed anti-stalking legislation. For the first time, Stalking Crimes and Victim Protection: Prevention, Intervention, Threat Assessment, and Case Management brings together in one source all the research done by professionals in various fields since 1990. It covers all the angles, from the psychological aspects of stalkers to the legal ramifications of stalking. This comprehensive work emphasizes a multidisciplinary concept and approach. It compiles and assesses studies of law enforcement, legal counsel, medical professionals, forensic mental health professionals, security personnel, and criminologists. These authors combine their academic research and clinical knowledge to provide you with helpful guidelines and suggestions in the areas of victim assistance and predatory stalking including:Intervention Prevention educTrade Review"The editor, who is an expert in the field of public safety psychology, has a background in both psychology and law. Thus he is well qualified to undertake this task of bringing together experts for this book. … Stalking is an interesting, and important, topic … . … The volume is a significant further addition to this literature. … The authors are well chosen, and write authoritatively. Overall, this is a very good book … ." - Sexual & Relationship Therapy, Vol. 19, No. 2, May 2004 "I have had the opportunity to work with Dr. Joe Davis and know his work well in this area. His work is to be applauded and the contributing authors are to be congratulated for their collaboration… This expertise will certainly assist those professionals who are actively working and managing stalking cases." - John E. Douglas, Author of Mindhunter and Obsession Table of ContentsStalkers and Other Obsessional Types. Criminal Stalkers. Obsessive Behavior and Relational Violence in the Juvenile Population. Erotomania. Domestic Violence. The Paradoxes of Pursuit. Violence in the Workplace Setting. Electronic Crime, Stalkers and Stalking. Being Pursued and Pursuing During the College Years. The Dynamics of Campus Stalkers and Stalking. Future Prediction of Dangerousness and Violent Behavior Psychological Indicators and Considerations for Conduction and Assessment of Potential Threat. Minimizing Potential Threats and Risks to Stalking Victims. Case Management Regarding Stalkers and Their Victims. Stalking Trauma Syndrome and the Traumatized Victim. Developing a Model Approach to Confronting the Problem. Stalking the Stalker. Obsession, Fantasy and the Falsely Alleged Stalking Victim. Stalking Investigation, Law, Public Policy and Criminal Prosecution as Problem Solver. Prosecuting Those Who Stalk. Workplace Violence and Unwanted Pursuit: From an Employers Perspective. Staying One Step Ahead. Educating Those Who Stalk the Stalker: A Training Perspective.

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Book SynopsisOne Sunday morning in 1993 a 16-year-old girl named Eliza Claps goes missing from a church in the centre of Potenza, Italy. Shortly before her disappearance, Elisa had met Danilo Restivo, a strange local boy with a fetish for cutting women''s hair on the back of buses. Elisa''s family are convinced that Resitvo is responsible for their daughter''s disappearance, but he is protected by local big-wigs: by his Sicilian father, by a doctor with links to organised crime, by a priest who had vices of his own. Years went by and Elisa''s family could find only false leads.2002, and Restivo is now living in Bournemouth. In November that year, his neighbour is found murdered, with strands of her own hair in her hands. Once again the police are at a loss to pin anything on him. It''s not until 2010, when Elisa''s decomposed body is found in the church where she went missing, that the two cases are linked and Restivo is finally dealt with. Blood on the Altar combines a gr

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Book SynopsisWhy do people hate? A world-leading criminologist explores the tipping point between prejudice and hate crime, analysing human behaviour across the globe and throughout history in this vital book. 'A key text for how we live now.' DAVID BADDIEL'This is a world-changing book.' ALICE ROBERTS'Timely and superb.' RACHEL CLARKE'Persuasive and compassionate.' ROBIN INCE'Fascinating and moving.' PRAGYA AGARWALAre our brains wired to hate? Is social media to blame for an increase in hateful abuse? With hate on the rise, what can we do to turn the tide? Drawing on twenty years of pioneering research - as well as his own experience as a hate-crime victim - world-renowned criminologist Matthew Williams explores one of the pressing issues of our age.Surveying human behaviour across the globe and reaching back through time, from our tribal ancestors in prehistory to artificial intelligence iTrade Review;An important read, combining an expert use of data with moving, personal storytelling. A key text for how we live now.' - David Baddiel'A truly insightful book that can help us all understand why hate can overpower us. It is wise, disarming, persuasive and compassionate.' - Robin Ince'Powerful. This is a world-changing book . . . From personal histories to broader social patterns, from individual criminal cases to the latest neuroscience and psychology, Matthew Williams' brilliant forensic dissection of hate reveals its insidious power - but also its weaknesses. This book is not just about how and why hate happens - it's about how to combat it.' - Alice Roberts'This is an incredibly powerful, important and valuable book on what causes hate and how we can help prevent and defeat it.' - Peter Tatchell'Fascinating . . . meticulously researched . . . written in a really accessible manner . . . expansive in approach and supplemented with so many real-world case studies. This is a really key contribution to our understanding of the divides in our society, and how these can perhaps be repaired.' - Dr Pragya Agarwal'Williams is masterful at making this complex topic accessible, so we can all better understand hate and the dark side of human behaviour and finally, start to tackle it.' - Nova Reid

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Book SynopsisThe chilling true story of the heinous murder of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and daughterKhandalyce and how the case was cracked In August 2010, the bones of a young woman were found in Belanglo State Forest, where, years earlier, Ivan Milat had tortured and slain seven young backpackers. Dubbed Angel, her remains lay unidentified for years. Who was she, how did she die, and at whose hand?Then, in July 2015, the bones of a child were found in a suitcase by a highway in South Australia. Months later, a call to Crime Stoppers led to an identification. Two-year-old Khandalyce Pearce had left Alice Springs in 2008 with her mother and hadn't been seen since. Through DNA, Angel was quickly identified as Khandalyce's mother, Karlie Pearce-Stevenson. In the grimmest of scenarios, mother and daughter were reunited at last. The Lost Girls is the chilling true story of this heinous double murder and how police tracked down the perpetrator, who not only killed the girls but stole the young mother's

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Book SynopsisThe definitive and explosive account of a harrowing murder case that has shocked BritainPeter Tobin was already serving a life sentence for murder when he was charged with the murder of two young women - Vicky Hamilton and Dina McNichol, in November 2007. Both girls went missing in 1991. Their bodies were discovered by police in 50 Irvine Drive, Margate - where Tobin once lived. In their new true crime investigation, Paul Harrison and Professor David Wilson examine this shocking case, including full details of Tobin''s trial. But perhaps even more importantly, they look into other similar cases around the country. With developments in DNA testing, the police are coming closer and closer to solving a range of terrible and high profile murders. There have been at least five major arrests in recent months, with further arrests sure to follow.Harrison and Wilson investigate these cases, and ask how new DNA tests will change police inv

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling true crime author comes the mesmerising true story of Debora Green, a beautiful, wealthy, successful doctor and mother of three whose murderous rage and jealousy brings death and destruction to her family. With direct access to all the principles including Green, the prosecutor, detectives and arson investigators Ann Rule gives us a horrifying portrait of a woman who had it all and lost it.BITTER HARVEST is the chronicle of a tragedy in the heartland of America, the true story of the disintegration of a marriage and its horrifying consequences. As in her earlier books, Ann Rule takes the reader deep into the psyche of a killer whose behaviour, so twisted and so evil, defies belief. Her book is also the story of the tireless and skilful investigators, forensic scientists and prosecutors who finally brought that killer to justice. Gripping, powerful, and ultimately terrifying, BITTER HARVEST is a vivid re-creatioTrade ReviewNo writer in America has ever probed the dark heart of a killer so deeply. - Edna BuchananA tour de force from America's best true-crime writer...impossible to put down - KIRKUS REVIEWS (Starred)

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Book SynopsisA brilliant work of narrative nonfiction' BooklistMatt Taibbi is one of the few journalists in America who speaks truth to power' Bernie SandersA searing exposé' Kirkus ReviewTaibbi may be the only political writer in America that matters' Hartford AdvocateThe incredible story of the death of Eric Garner, the birth of the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement and the new fault lines of race, protest, policing and the power of the people.On July 17, 2014, a forty-three-year-old black man named Eric Garner died in New York after a police officer put him in a chokehold during an arrest for selling bootleg cigarettes. The final moments of his life were captured on video and seen by millions his agonised last words, I can't breathe, becoming a rallying cry for the nascent Black Lives Matter protest movement. Matt Taibbi, bestselling author and the best polemic journalist in AmeriTrade ReviewMarries the best instincts of explanatory narrative journalism with uncompromising moral clarity ... a vital account of police violence. Taibbi, through thorough reporting and captivating writing, captures the totality of an American tragedy * Wesley Lowery, Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author of THEY CAN'T KILL US ALL: THE STORY OF BLACK LIVES MATTER *[A] brilliant work of narrative nonfiction ... a necessary and riveting work * Booklist (STARRED REVIEW) *The narrative unfolds like an episode of The Wire. . . . Heartbreaking and compulsively readable * Washington Post *One of the most important voices in contemporary American journalism * Independent *[A] searing exposé … what emerges from the author's superb reporting and vivid writing is a tragically revealing look at a broken criminal justice system * Kirkus Review (STARRED REVIEW) *

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Book SynopsisThese recipes make me smile and laugh out loud with joy, memory, and awe at their total culinary genius. All born from a bond of pure hunger?Samuel L. Jackson, from the Foreword When you're in prison, a little money in the commissary can mean the difference between a life of flavorless misery and the pleasure of re-creating a taste of childhood. And it starts with Ramen. Filled with contributions from anonymous inmates as well as names you'll recognize, such as guitarist Slash and actors Danny Trejo, Taryn Manning, and Shia LaBeouf, Prison Ramen is an original collection of inspired Ramen hacks: Hit Man Burritos. Sloppy Ramen Joe. Onion Tortilla Ramen Soup. Shawshank Spread. And Orange Porkies: Chile ramen + white rice + 1 bag pork skins + orange-flavored punch. Firsthand stories of life in prison, told by each of the contributors, go a long way to explaining the joy of doctoring a bag of Ramen. A joy you can now re-create in the freedom of your own kitchen.

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Book SynopsisWhat does a criminological psychologist actually do? Most people picture a modern-day Sherlock Holmes, helping the police to solve crimes, but the reality is far more interesting and complex. Psychology and Crime offers a fascinating introduction to criminological psychology, providing the reader with a comprehensive grounding in everything from cognitive forensics to police interviewing.Concise, informative and accessible, the book explores a range of theories to understand criminal behaviour, from the physiological to the social. It covers a range of contexts within the criminal justice system where psychology offers unique insights, including police investigation, the perspective of witnesses and victims, and courtroom proceedings. Thoroughly updated throughout to reflect developments in the field, and featuring new chapters covering cybercrime, terrorism and insights from neuroscience, this edition also includes a student-friendly Apply your learning' featurTable of ContentsContents1. Introduction2. Defining and measuring crime3. Biologically oriented explanations of offending4. Psychologically oriented explanations of offending5. Socially oriented explanations of offending6. Psychology and police investigations7. Witness testimony8. Courtroom processes9. Judicial responses to offending10. Crime prevention11. Contemporary topics: terrorism and cybercrime12. Critical perspectives: crime, gender and raceReferences

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Book SynopsisThis introductory text provides a thorough overview of the private security system. This edition includes crime prevention and its zones of protection the theoretical framework that provides the bridge between private and public sector law enforcement. From the historical development and the professional nature of security and crime prevention to the legal aspects of private security, this well-rounded text covers basic elements of security and crime prevention.Table of ContentsSection I: Historical and Professional Principles of Security and Crime Prevention 1. The History of Security and Crime Prevention 2. Security Education and Professional Development 3. Protective Security and Crime Prevention Services/Resources 4. Security Personnel Section II: Risk Management and Loss Control Principles 5. Risk Management: Risk Analysis and Security Surveys 6. Fire Prevention and Safety 7. Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Section III: Crime Prevention Principles 8. Crime and the Threat Environment 9. Crime Prevention and Primary Zones of Protection 10. Crime Prevention and Secondary Zones of Protection 11. Crime Prevention and Tertiary Zones of Protection Section IV: Principles of Public and Private Sector Law Enforcement 12. Legal Aspects of Private Security 13. Private Security Career Orientation Appendix A – Job Description: Security Programs Manager Appendix B – Job Description: Security Officer Appendix C – Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 Appendix D – School Safety Resources Appendix E – Counterterrorism Security Checklist Appendix F – Terrorism Risk Assessment Appendix G – Risk Identification Procedures Appendix H – Selections from the Private Security Task Force Report Appendix I – A Commentary and Checklists for Security Surveys

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Book SynopsisA riveting and meticulous account of why and how female serial killers commit murder. Drawing on original scientific research and various psychological perspectives, Dr. Marissa A. Harrison illustrates how female serial killers differ from their male counterparts and why society is so fascinated by their grisly crimes.Trade Review'Dr Harrison has clearly demonstrated her expertise on female serial killers. Her seminal work will stand the test of time, scrutiny, and reliability. Her scholarship, insightful analysis, and penchant for detail make this book the best on the market. Excellent reading for those interested in why and how women become serial killers.' Eric W. Hickey, author of Serial Murderers and their Victims, 7th Edition'Dr Harrison's masterfully crafted book is a comprehensive, engaging, and thought-provoking insight into female serial homicide. Through the interesting case studies provided, the reader gets an in-depth understanding of the factors that can contribute to serial homicide in females.' Clare S. Allely, author of The Psychology of Extreme Violence'Fascinating, ground-breaking, and long overdue. Harrison fills the inexcusable gap in the serial murder literature with her own original research on female killers, in what is sure to become a seminal work in criminology. A must-read.' Patricia Pearson, author of When She Was Bad: How and Why Women Get Away with Murder and Wish You Were Here: A Murdered Girl, a Brother's Grief and the Hunt for a Serial Killer'There are countless books on male serial killers but very little on female serial killers. Using a range of perspectives, Dr Harrison's book corrects this deficiency and documents the similarities and differences between male and female killers. Highly accessible, extensively researched, and valuable to professional and lay reader alike.' Frederick Toates, authors of Understanding Sexual Serial Killing'Just as Deadly: The Psychology of Female Serial Killers firmly establishes Dr Marissa Harrison as the preeminent authority on the female serial killer. As an evolutionary psychologist, Dr Harrison brings a much-needed perspective to understanding the inner workings of a subset of serial murderer who have been underacknowledged for centuries. To gain such insight, Dr Harrison compiled decades' worth of data and discerned the who, what, when, where, why, and how related to female serial murderers by giving attention not only to their lives and crimes but also to the often misunderstood psychosocial and behavioral drives behind their motivation. Dr Harrison's research proves how ill-equipped typologies are to classify female serial murderers, given that those systems were designed by men who were interested only in the mindset of the male serial sexual killer. Among other important findings, Dr Harrison draws an interesting distinction between the victim acquisition tactics of both genders: female serial murderers maintain a 'gatherer' style, while their male counterparts adhere to their 'hunter' nature. Just as Deadly is a welcome and necessary addition to the small but growing body of literature that scrutinizes age-old preconceptions about serial murder.' Enzo Yaksic, author of Killer Data: Modern Perspectives on Serial MurderTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Introduction: what is a serial killer?; 2. Why are we interested in serial killers?; 3. The lives in female serial killers (FSKs); 4. Mental health and substance use among FSKs; 5. FSK crimes and outcomes; 6. FSK motives and profile; 7. Comparing FSKs and MSKs: backgrounds and mental illness; 8. Comparing FSKs and MSKs: crimes and victims; 9. The behavioral neuroscience of serial murder; 10. Pyschosocial factors that make a serial murderer; 11. Evolutionary and converging perspectives of serial murder; 12. Our understanding of serial killers evolves.

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Book SynopsisCybercrimes are often viewed as technical offenses that require technical solutions, such as antivirus programs or automated intrusion detection tools. However, these crimes are committed by individuals or networks of people which prey upon human victims and are detected and prosecuted by criminal justice personnel. As a result, human decision-making plays a substantial role in the course of an offence, the justice response, and policymakers'' attempts to legislate against these crimes. This book focuses on the human factor in cybercrime: its offenders, victims, and parties involved in tackling cybercrime. The distinct nature of cybercrime has consequences for the entire spectrum of crime and raises myriad questions about the nature of offending and victimization. For example, are cybercriminals the same as traditional offenders, or are there new offender types with distinct characteristics and motives? What foreground and situational characteristics influence the dTable of ContentsPart I: Background; 1. It ain’t what it is, its the way that they do it? Why we still don’t understand cybercrime Mike McGuire; 2. Contributions of Criminological Theory to the Understanding of Cybercrime Offending and Victimization Adam Bossler; 3. The Open And Dark Web: Facilitating Cybercrime And Technology-Enabled Offenses Claudia Flamand and David Décary-Hétu; Part II: Victims; 4. Predictors of Cybercrime Victimization: Causal Effects or Biased Associations? Steve van de Weijer; 5. Virtual Danger: An Overview of Interpersonal Cybercrimes Jordana Navarro; 6. Sexual Violence in Digital Society: Understanding the Human and Technosocial Factors Anastasia Powell, Asher Flynn and Nicola Henry; Part III: Offenders; 7. Cybercrime subcultures: Contextualizing offenders and the nature of the offence Thomas J. Holt; 8. On Social Engineering Kevin Steinmetz, Richard Goe, and Alexandra Pimentel; 9. Contrasting cyber-dependent and traditional offenders: a comparison on criminological explanations and potential prevention methods Marleen Weulen Kranenbarg; 10. Financial cybercrimes and situational crime prevention Rutger Leukfeldt and Jurjen Jansen; 11. Modelling Cybercrime Development: The case of Vietnam Jonathan Lusthaus; 12. Humanizing the Cybercriminal: Markets, Forums, and the Carding Subculture Craig Webber and Michael Yip; 13. The Roles of ‘Old’ and ‘New’ Media Tools and Technologies in the Facilitation of Violent Extremism and Terrorism Ryan Scrivens and Maura Conway; 14. Child Sex Abuse Images and Exploitation Materials Roderic Broadhurst; Part IV : Policing; 15. Policing Cybercrime: Responding to the Growing Problem and Considering Future Solutions Cassandra Dodge and George Burruss; 16. Responding to individual fraud: Perspectives of the Fraud Justice Network Cassandra Cross; 17. The Ecology of Cybercrime Benoît Dupont; 18. Displacing big data: How criminals cheat the system Alice Hutchings, Sergio Pastrana and Richard Clayton

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Book SynopsisIn Tackling Rape Culture: Ending Patriarchy, Jan Jordan asks why, despite decades of feminist activism, does rape culture remain so endemic within contemporary society. She argues that, in order to understand the global pandemic of sexual violence, we must view rape culture as a consequence of the social divisiveness that emerges from the logic of patriarchy. In advancing this argument, Jordan offers a comprehensive indictment of the patriarchal system while recognising also womenâs efforts to resist its edicts. Jordan critically explores two mechanisms that she argues are central to the maintenance and reproduction of rape culture - silencing and objectification. Both are examined as patriarchal strategies that have been relied on for centuries to control and constrain womenâs lives, silencing their voices and keeping them as âotheredâ outsiders in a male-defined world. Women throughout history have sought ways to resist such control and, since the second-wave womenâs moveme

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