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Gun Violence in American Society

Crime, Justice and Public Policy

Ashraf Esmail editor Lisa A Eargle editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:University Press of America

Published:17th Nov '15

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Gun Violence In American Society: Crime, Justice, and Public Policy provides an in-depth, multidisciplinary investigation into one of society’s major social, public health and political concerns—death, injury, and destruction from the use of firearms. Contributors employ a variety of theoretical, methodological, and data analysis frameworks to address different gun violence issues. They explore how gun violence is created and perpetuated in society, as well as the various forms and social contexts in which it appears. The impacts of gun violence on different social groups, communities, and social institutions are also delineated. Moreover, possible solutions to gun violence are presented.

Every New Orleanian knows the statistic:  highest per capita murder rates in the United States.  For the most well-known city, in the state best known for “bringing up the rear” in every quality of life statistic, being cast as Number 1 is no prize. This book examines fully what plagues New Orleans and other communities that are entrenched in this downward spiral of social illness, and offers REAL policy proposals as cures.  I read this book through my lens as a civil rights attorney, social justice advocate and organizer; it is compelling and a must read for those who want to advance community conversations on change. -- Tracie L. Washington, MPA, JD, President & CEO, Louisiana Justice Institute
This book is an awesome illustration of how gun violence in America continues to reach all socioeconomic levels. Several authors bring to the forefront the localized terrorism that plagues our city streets, but also indicate our lack of ability to control gun violence. The research and statistics are phenomenal and I believe the authors, indeed, provoke new theories on how gun violence impacts us all. This is a must read book, not only for person involved with the criminal justice or the study thereof, but for the general populace. -- Nicole Sheppard, Attorney, Upper Iowa University

ISBN: 9780761867043

Dimensions: 228mm x 153mm x 22mm

Weight: 467g

312 pages