
A classic in its field, this best-selling book teaches general research methods using standard and contemporary examples of criminal justice and criminology research. Featuring both qualitative and quantitative studies, the author helps students develop fundamental research skills and acquaints them with the literature of the field. This edition features updated tables, figures and examples and includes new information on prison research, Internet resources and visual criminology. Some of these examples include: Discussion of Zimbardos Lucifer effect Controversies related to The Minerva Consortium and The Human Terrain System Steffensmeier and Ullmers Confessions of a Dying Thief The Scarlet M in corrections research Resolution in the Iowa Monster study and more!
Page Count:
560
Publication Date:
2005-04-18
ISBN-10:
0205447392
ISBN-13:
9780205447398
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