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OverviewFull Product DetailsAuthor: Adam SampsonPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 13.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.294kg ISBN: 9780415073721ISBN 10: 0415073723 Pages: 156 Publication Date: 02 December 1993 Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Tertiary & Higher Education , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Background to the Phenomenon - Definitions and Explanations 2. From Crime to Conviction 3. Sentencing: Just Deserts and Public Protection 4. Sex Offenders and Probation - A Challenge Ducked 5. A Prison within a Prison 6. Treatment in Prison - Order out of Chaos Conclusion - Doubts and DifficultiesReviews`... extremely useful exposition of theoretical attempts to explain sexual crime, the development of acknowledged philosophies by treatment providers and the very important influences of feminist, victim and anti-discriminatory theories/experiences. This section alone wil be a helpful introduction to those intending to study or undertake work in the field. ... should be used a springboard to combat complacency and as an encouragement to prospective researchers.' - British Journal of Social Work `... a useful introduction to a difficult topic.' - Crime Law & Social Change `... an impressive ability to expose the cracks in the Criminal Justice System without engendering defensiveness. ... knowledge of the system is so extensive, ... criticisms of society's response to sexual crime are accurate and thought-provoking. - Feminist Legal Studies `... sets out the problems clearly and concisely. ... will interest and stimulate all who are concerned with the criminal justice system. - Justic of the Peace & Local Gvt Law `... an informed critical review of the present situation a good read for someone who wants to be put in the picture about current policy and practice.' - Ambov Quarterly April 94 `... clear, concise, yet comprehensive book, ...' - The Times Higher Author InformationAdam Sampson Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |