Ethical and Social Perspectives on Situational Crime Prevention
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Ethical and Social Perspectives on Situational Crime Prevention
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| Authors and Contributors |
Edited by Andreas von Hirsch
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Edited by David Garland
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Edited by Alison Wakefield
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| Series | Studies in Penal Theory and Penal Ethics |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:240 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781841135533
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| Classifications | Dewey:364.4 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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| Imprint |
Hart Publishing
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| Publication Date |
15 October 2004 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Situational crime prevention has drawn great interest in recent years, yet the debate has been mainly on whether it 'works' to prevent crime. This volume addresses the ethics of situational crime prevention and its place within criminology.
Author Biography
Andrew von Hirsch is Honorary Professor of Penal Theory and Penal Law, and Honorary Fellow of Wolfson College, at the University of Cambridge. David Garland is Professor of Law and Sociology at New York University. Alison Wakefield is a Lecturer in Criminology at City University, UK.
ReviewsAlthough much has been written on the subject of SCP since its publication, nothing detracts from its contemporary utility and contributions to the ever-growing debate on the ethics and social foundations that ground situational crime prevention. -- Gilles Renaud * Canadian Journal of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Vol 48/2 * ...presents several unique questions regarding the use of crime prevention strategies. -- Robert Hanser * The Literature of Criminal Justice *
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