Gash, Tom

Criminal: The Truth About Why People Do Bad Things (Paperback)

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ISBN 13:
9780241960431
author:
Gash, Tom
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
19.68 x 12.7 x 2.03 centimetres
Genre:
Politics, Society & Education, Crime & criminology, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.95

Description

Crime is often viewed through two narrow lenses. One sees crime as a selfish act, and punishment as the sole solution. The other believes that the system itself is flawed, and that changing society can reform perpetrators. However, these narratives are oversimplified and do not accurately reflect the complexities of crime. Tom Gash sets out to dispel these myths by examining the latest research on crime, including its causes and effects. He explores how poverty, government policies, and societal attitudes all contribute to crime rates, revealing that the relationship between crime and punishment is more nuanced than previously thought. By suspending our knee-jerk reactions and challenging cherished assumptions, we can gain a deeper understanding of crime and its prevention. This book offers a fresh perspective on a complex issue, one that is both informative and thought-provoking.

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