Understanding violent criminals
David J. Thomas
"What causes people to commit violent crimes? The case studies in this book enable readers to evaluate the motivations behind crimes ranging from arson to rape to gang violence"--
Read Time: ~3.3 hr
Probation and social work on trial
by Wendy Fitzgibbon (2011)
About this book
Media responses -- Family, community and violence -- Political Responses and Inquiries --The Demise of Probation and Social Service Practice.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreProbation and social work on trial Lead Character
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