World of Criminal Justice

This addition to the successful "World of... Series covers the theories, concepts and people related to the field of criminal justice that have demonstrated a lasting impact on society or that are poised to have a significant affect on the future. From lawyers, criminals, judges and justices to penal reformers, criminologists and crime victims, biographical entries emphasize the major contributors to the field, including women, minorities and lesser-known figures, while topical entries investigate the circumstances of discovery and processes of development of theories and events.Phelps, Shirelle is the author of 'World of Criminal Justice', published 2001 under ISBN 9780787649593 and ISBN 0787649597.