Crime and Its Correction: An International Survey of Attitudes and Practices

Crime and Its Correction: An International Survey of Attitudes and Practices offers a comprehensive exploration of the global landscape of corrections, examining historical development, current practices, and innovative approaches to criminal justice. It provides a detailed comparison of approaches across cultures, highlighting the balance between control, rehabilitation, and the humane treatment of offenders. The book bridges the gap between theory and practice by investigating the collaboration between social scientists and correctional administrators and offers insights and data for policymakers, criminologists, and social scientists committed to advancing the efficacy and humanity of correctional practices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 322 pages
Publication date: 27 May 2022
Publisher: University of California Press

Crime and Its Correction: An International Survey of Attitudes and Practices is a groundbreaking exploration into the global landscape of corrections. It examines the historical development, current practices, and innovative approaches to criminal justice, shedding light on the complexities of rehabilitation, punishment, and societal reintegration. The book critically assesses how systems evolve under societal pressures and research-informed strategies, providing a detailed comparison of approaches across cultures. It bridges the gap between theory and practice by investigating the collaboration between social scientists and correctional administrators through interviews and case studies spanning continents. Rich in insights and data, the book presents a compelling case for innovation driven by research and strategic planning, making it an indispensable resource for policymakers, criminologists, and social scientists committed to advancing the efficacy and humanity of correctional practices. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates the University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1965.

Weight: 635g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780520364554