Correctional Contexts: Contemporary and Classical Readings

by Edward J. Latessa and Alexander M. Holsinger

Book Overview

A comprehensive and critical review of corrections, Correctional Contexts: Contemporary and Classical Readings, Fourth Edition, traces the history and development of corrections and punishment as it has evolved in the U.S. over the past few centuries. Editors Edward J. Latessa and Alexander M. Holsinger present both classical and contemporary articles that cover the history of corrections in the U.S.; discuss how various facets of the system operate...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199751463
• ISBN13: 9780199751464
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.2" x 7.5"