Children and Criminality - (Contributions in Criminology and Penology) by R Barri Flowers (Hardcover)

About the Book

In his study of children and criminality, criminologist and research analyst Ronald Flowers provides an understanding of the relationship between child victimization and juvenile delinquency as well as a comprehensive review of the literature. Assessing the effectiveness of present conceptual frameworks, modes of research, and social and legal measures, he offers recommendations for furthering professional and research efforts in the field. His analysis blends the findings of leading experts and researchers in a variety of disciplines with relevant FBI and law enforcement data. An additional feature is the model statute for the study, prevention, and treatment of child victimization in all of its guises.

Book Synopsis

In his study of children and criminality, criminologist and research analyst Ronald Flowers provides an understanding of the relationship between child victimization and juvenile delinquency as well as a comprehensive review of the literature. Assessing the effectiveness of present conceptual frameworks, modes of research, and social and legal measures, he offers recommendations for furthering professional and research efforts in the field. His analysis blends the findings of leading experts and researchers in a variety of disciplines with relevant FBI and law enforcement data. An additional feature is the model statute for the study, prevention, and treatment of child victimization in all of its guises.

Review Quotes

". . . This book would make an excellent source for persons becoming newly acquainted with the nature, scope, and dynamics of minority crime and victimization. . . . The author and the publisher are to be complimented on the concept of this book and the four volume set. . . ." --CJPR

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