Böcker av Caterina Gouvis Roman

Neighborhoods, Schools, and Violence furthers this evolution of the merger of social disorganization theories and opportunity theories in explaining the crime potential of place, particularly in Prince George's County, Maryland.

Focusing on cannabis, cocaine, and heroin, this volume presents a brief history and analysis of the laws and policies regarding illicit drugs - considered to be a growing international health threat - in 25 different countries. It also provides data and analysis for both scholars and students of this social, legal, and political problem.