Criminology, Crime and Justice in Ireland av James Windle, Orla (University College Cork Ireland) Lynch, Kevin Sweeney, Maggie O'Neill, Fiona (Un

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<P>This book offers an accessible and comprehensive introduction to criminology in Ireland. Logically structured and clearly written, this book explores theory and empirical research through real-life examples from an Irish context. Engaging and challenging, this book encourages critical thinking about, and understanding of, crime and crime control in Ireland, North and South.</P><P>The book covers the canon of criminological theory, from classical and psychological approaches right through to the contemporary. It offers an overview of the Irish criminal justice system, including the police, prisons and alternatives to punishment. It covers key criminological themes such as victims and victimology, gender, the drug trade and its regulation, terrorism and political violence, and desistance and the life course. Key features include:</P><UL><LI>Critical assessment of key criminological theories, which are later woven into discussions of key thematic areas</LI><LI>Case studies of historica