Dimensions
129 x 198 x 22mm
Criminology: A Complete Introduction is the most comprehensive yet easy to use introduction to understanding criminology.
Written by a leading expert, this book can help you whether you are studying for an important exam or simply want to improve your knowledge.
Covering different types of crime from serial killings to political, white-collar and organised crime, this book starts by exploring how crime is defined and measured. It then looks at various reasons why people commit crime, and how it can be prevented.
The second half of the book hones in on criminal justice systems themselves, examining the role of the police, the courts and prisons, with examples taken from around the world.