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Thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the most current trends and developments in the field, Victimology: Theories and Applications, Second Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of victimization, crime typologies, and the impact of crime on victims, offenders, and society at large. Each chapter provides an overview of the scope, law, and victim response to crime and concludes with a summary and discussion questions to ensure comprehension. An overview of the issues impacting victims of a wide variety of traditional and contemporary crimes are examined, including child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, bullying, elder abuse, cybercrime and hate crimes. The history and theories of victimology are explored, as well as definitive laws and policies, strategies for intervention, and future research areas. This Second Edition offers a balance between theory and application and will prepare readers to work with victims, offenders, and the justice system. New to the Second Edition: Contains new contemporary case studies, including the cases of IMF chief Dominique StraussKhan, Casey Anthony, and the Senator Scott Brown case as illustrating nondisclosure of childhood abuse for 40 years. Includes an analysis on the Casey Anthony case from the perspective of the jury in the chapter on justice systems. A new chapter includes discussions on domestic and international databases and studies, including UCR, NCVS, StatsCan, Justice Canada, Interpol, and WHO reports on victimization. Includes a new chapter on child abduction and exploitation including a discussion of child trafficking. All tables and figures have been updated to reflect the most current data. Every new printed copy is pacakaged with full student access to the companion website, which features a variety of engaging and interactive study tools. Key Features: Offers a balance between theory and the research and practiceoriented tools to prepare readers to work with victims, offenders, and the justice system. Covers current topics including: human trafficking, victims of gang violence, bullying, victims of terrorism, victims of cybercrime, property crimes, corporate crimes, workplace violence, racial profiling and disproportionate penalties.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Victimology: Theories and Applications'? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of victimization, crime typologies, and the impact of crime on victims, offenders, and society.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ann Wolbert Burgess.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in this book? A: Key topics include child maltreatment, intimate partner violence, bullying, elder abuse, cybercrime, human trafficking, and victims of terrorism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and professionals? A: Yes, the book balances theory and application, making it suitable for both students and professionals working with victims and offenders.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the second edition of 'Victimology: Theories and Applications'.
- Q: Does the book include case studies? A: Yes, it contains contemporary case studies, including notable cases like the Casey Anthony case and the Dominique Strauss-Khan case.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book has a total of 594 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: It was published on September 6, 2012.
- Q: What kind of resources are included with the book? A: Every new printed copy includes full student access to a companion website with engaging and interactive study tools.
- Q: What binding type is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.