Victimology, Fifth Edition

by William G. Doerner, Steven P. Lab

This breakthrough work provides an organizing structure for the history and current state of the field of victimology, and outlines the reasons compelling a separate focus on crime victims. Highly readable, Victimology explores the role of victimology in today's criminal justice system, examining the consequences of victimization and the various remedies now available for victims. A new chapter covers the important implications of restorative justice. The text is supplemented by illustrative figures and tables as well as learning objectives, key terms and a listing of related Internet sites.

Genres: Nonfiction

450 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Krys · Rating 4 out of 5]

Didn't finish it, but what I read was well researched and clearly articulated.

[Theresa Setzer · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a textbook. Clearly presented and well researched.

[Beth]

...When your summer reading begins with a textbook for course prep for a new class—so you add it to your GoodReads to up your book count. Ha! I’ve adopted the book. Serves the purpose.