Kurzbeschreibung:

Your thorough guide to comprehending and combating crime.
Are you fascinated by criminology, forensics, and detective work? This you-are-there guide takes you deep into the world of crime, giving you a better understanding of the dark recesses of the criminal mind and how law enforcement officials investigate crime. Youll gain real-world knowledge of the reasons for and consequences of crime, the way society responds to it, and, most important, how crime can be prevented.

Enter the world of crime - understand what crime is, how it is measured, and the various ways crime affects victims and society.
Identify different types of crime - from white-collar crime to organized crime to terrorism, examine the nature of crime and why certain criminals are attracted to specific crimes.
Know who commits crimes, and why - explore different theories that attempt to explain why people commit crimes.
Take it to the streets - follow law enforcement officials and federal agencies as they chase and apprehend the bad guys.
And more...