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Drugs in Britain: Supply, Consumption and Control

Drugs in Britain: Supply, Consumption and Control

by Mark Simpson (Editor), Mark Simpson (Editor), Robert MacDonald (Series Editor), Tracy Shildrick (Series Editor)

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Synopsis

Drawing on well-respected authors in the field, this textbook is at the cutting edge of current debates about illicit drug use. Comprehensive and straightforward, it examines the major theoretical questions, themes and policy debates. Contains study exercises to highlight important points to students.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 216
 Edition: 2006
 Publisher: Palgrave
Published: 14 Nov 2006
ISBN 10: 1403936951
ISBN 13: 9781403936950
Book Overview: 'Drugs in Britain is a useful and accessible introduction to an important policy area, and one that does exactly what it says on the tin.' - David Bowes, Thames View (Thames Valley Police) 'This book, specifically aimed at an undergraduate audience, attempts to discuss some of the contradictions and controversies surrounding illegal drug use in Britain. Each chapter contains advice on further readings and there are study questions which students and practitioners may find useful. Most of

Author Bio
MARK SIMPSON is Principal Lecturer in Criminology and Subject Group Leader of Criminology, Sociology and Youth Studies at the University of Teesside, UK. His research has focused around the areas of drug use, youth crime, and drug and criminal careers.

TRACY SHILDRICK is Lecturer in Sociology/Youth Studies at the University of Teesside, UK. She has published a number of articles which explore young people, youth culture and illicit drugs.

ROBERT MACDONALD is Professor in Sociology at the University of Teesside, UK. He has researched and published extensively around young people, young adults and social and economic change. He is the co-author of Disconnected Youth? - Growing up in Britain's Poor Neighbourhoods.