Why Do People Commit Crime?

Why Do People Commit Crime?

by Alex Woolf (Author)

Synopsis

With increasing reports of crime in the media, this book explains what laws are, and why some people are prepared to break the law and face the consequences. The book looks at the history of the police force, crime detection and how different societies around the world deal with criminals. It also includes case studies and quotes from people with personal experience of crime.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Publisher: Hodder Wayland
Published: 18 Mar 2004

ISBN 10: 0750243287
ISBN 13: 9780750243285
Children’s book age: 12+ Years

Media Reviews
'[The Why? titles] could be used as a useful resource to help children express themselves and voice their opinions.' -- Learning Support Service, Autumn 2002
Author Bio
Alex Woolf studied History and Government at Essex University before working as an editor for over 10 years. He now writes for young people, specialising in twentieth-century history and politics.