Statistical Handbook on Violence in America

Alarming news reports point to an almost incomprehensible problem of violence in America. Understanding this problem requires timely and accurate information about the magnitude and scope of violence, the effect of violence on our society, and society's perceptions of violence. Statistical Handbook on Violence in America is the authoritative source of data gathered from widely scattered sources, both published and unpublished, and assembled in a single volume for accurate and efficient access. Featuring 377 tables and figures, this volume reveals data on victims and offenders, as well as the association of violence with: the home, health care, individual attitudes, the workplace, the economy, and public policy issues.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0897749456
• ISBN13: 9780897749459
• Release Date: December 1995
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.7" x 11.2"

Customer Reviews

Excellent data source, the best there is for violence.

The authors really have spent a lot of energy compiling the most complete collection of tables, figures, and graphs pertaining to violent crime. But the Crem de la Crim (ha ha) is the Appendix, which gives great detail concerning each data source used. This is a researchers dream come true.