A Companion to the History of Crime and Criminal Justice

Paul Taylor editor Jo Turner editor Karen Corteen editor Sharon Morley editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Policy Press

Published:21st Jun '17

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This valuable book provides concise but robust definitions of key terms and concepts. It includes entries from expert contributors in a user-friendly A-Z format with clear direction to related entries and further reading. Including explanations of terms ranging from 'garrotting' to The Bow Street Runners, baby farming to juvenile delinquency, this easily accessible text will be ideal for the reader to draw on across the variety of modules and studies relating to the topic.

"A lively and engaging reference book, offering comprehensive coverage. It will be an essential read for all those interested in the history of crime and punishment." Sarah Richardson, University of Warwick
"The list of the 60 names, in fact, reads like a Who’s Who of the best academics in criminal history and criminology and the quality of the scholarship contained herein adds strength to the value of the book. The book provides a valuable basic introductory source to the history of crime and punishment and has the potential to become an essential text for those working in the field at all levels, be that researchers, teachers and students." - Law, Crime and History
"The key topics presented here are written by some of the best academics in the field. They provide succinct and valuable introductions to key issues in criminal justice history and will be of great value to anyone working, or just interested in the area." Clive Emsley, Open University

ISBN: 9781447325871

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330 pages