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Book Synopsis: Explore the world of crime and punishment. Police, forensics, and detective stories dominate our TV screens and bookshelves—from fictional portrayals such as Silence of the Lambs and Law and Order to lurid accounts of real-life super-criminals like Pablo Escobar and Al Capone. As well as being horribly fascinating, knowledge of what makes criminals tick is crucial to governments, who spend billions of dollars each year trying to keep their people safe. Criminology brings disciplines like psychology, biology, and economics together to help police and society solve crimes—and to prevent them before they even happen.
The new edition of Criminology For Dummies shines a light into the dark recesses of the criminal mind and goes behind-the-scenes with society’s response to crime, putting you right on the mean streets with cops and criminals alike. Along the way, you’ll learn everything a rookie needs to survive, including basic definitions of what a crime is and how it’s measured; common criminal motivations, thinking, and traits; elementary crime-solving techniques; the effects on and rights of victims; and more.
Understand types of crime, from white-collar to organized to terror attacks.
Follow law-enforcement officials and agencies as they hunt the bad guys.
Meet key players in criminal justice and see how and why the guilty are punished.
Check out jobs in the field.
Whether you plan to enter the criminal justice field or just want to know more about what turns some people to the dark side—and how the thin blue line fights back—this is your perfect guide to criminology basics.
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Are you fascinated by crime and punishment? Does the world of police work, forensics, and detective stories intrigue you? Look no further, because Criminology For Dummies is the ultimate guide for understanding the criminal mind. Packed with insights from disciplines like psychology, biology, and economics, this book takes you on a thrilling journey into the dark recesses of the criminal underworld. With this knowledge, you'll gain a valuable perspective on crime prevention and society's response to it.
Step into the shoes of law enforcement officials and get a taste of what it's like to track down criminals. Criminology For Dummies offers a behind-the-scenes look at the world of crime investigation, putting you right on the mean streets with cops and criminals alike. From learning basic definitions of crimes to understanding criminal motivations and traits, this book equips you with the tools to survive in the criminal justice field. Discover elementary crime-solving techniques and explore the effects on and rights of victims.
Do you want to explore the different types of crime, from white-collar offenses to organized criminal activities and even terror attacks? Criminology For Dummies covers it all. You'll gain valuable insights into key players in the criminal justice system and understand how and why the guilty are punished. Whether you're considering a career in criminology or simply curious about what makes some individuals turn to crime, this book is your essential guide to understanding the basics of criminology.
Take the first step towards uncovering the secrets of the criminal mind. Dive into the gripping world of criminology with Criminology For Dummies and gain a comprehensive understanding of crime and its impact on society. To get your hands on this must-have guide, click here now!
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