Introduction to Policing

The textbook "Introduction to Policing" is a valuable resource for students and professionals studying policing in the 21st century. It provides a comprehensive overview of the historical origins, theories, functions, and challenges of policing, with an emphasis on critical thinking and analysis. The book covers recent developments, such as racism and police culture, and includes updated examples and discussions of key debates. It offers learning objectives, key terms, review questions, and annotated further readings to help students engage with the material and consolidate their learning.

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Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 28 November 2023
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

The book "Introduction to Policing" is an essential resource for students and professionals seeking to gain a comprehensive understanding of policing in the 21st century. Written by Johannes Oosthuizen, a lecturer at Winchester University, this updated edition reflects the latest developments in the field and provides a rigorous yet accessible overview of policing's historical origins, theories, functions, and challenges.

The book emphasizes critical thinking and analysis, encouraging readers to consider different perspectives and engage with key debates surrounding policing. These debates include issues such as "who guards the guards" and the implications of police culture. By providing a clear writing style, engaging case studies, and helpful study aids, the book makes complex topics accessible to a wide range of readers.

Some key features of the book include:

Revised and expanded discussion of racism and police culture, with new coverage of the development of antiracist policing.

Updated examples reflecting contemporary criticisms of policing, such as the cases of Sarah Everard and George Floyd.

Expanded discussion of key debates, including the "defund the police movement" and the use of technology and digital policing, including Smart Policing, drones, and body-worn cameras.

Learning objectives, key terms, review questions, and annotated further readings in every chapter to help readers engage with the material and consolidate their learning.

Michael Rowe, Professor of Criminology at Northumbria University, is the author of the book. His expertise in the field and his commitment to providing accessible and informative content make "Introduction to Policing" a valuable resource for anyone interested in policing or criminal justice.

Weight: 634g
Dimension: 169 x 243 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529605143
Edition number: 4 Revised edition