This is the first single-volume introduction to the national history of crime and punishment.

Paying particular attention to present issues, policies and procedures, Correctional Administration provides excellent coverage of both theory and practice. The book is written to help readers understand the past, present and future of corrections, the functions of correctional administrators and the issues that drive administrators to create new operational approaches to new challenges. The book is organized to provide readers with essential history and background, an understanding of critical issues, the functions of correctional operations and projections for future needs. Features excellent case studies and practical examples This volume covers the past, present and future of correctional management and administration, managing offenders, managing the environment, managing correctional staff and the future of correctional administration. For corrections professionals and others interested in correctional administration.

Product Description: The Second Edition of Introduction to Corrections provides students with a strong, comprehensive foundation in the field of corrections using modern research, theoretical origins, and practical application. Designed for introductory corrections courses, this text uniquely illustrates how the day-to-day practitioner conducts business in the field of corrections, in both the institutional and community settings...read more

This book examines corrections from an academic view and from those who are at the center of the system. It includes correctional history and theory, yet concentrates on what professionals do, why they do it, and the challenges they face every day. Unique integration of the author’s experience sets the tone for this real-world approach and chapter case studies, career features, and personal interviews reinforce the theme. Now available with an accompanying DVD, the book shows readers how corrections theory and research are put into practice and helps them experience the world of corrections from the inside. Fully updated to include more information on: Juvenile corrections; Civil commitments for dangerous sexual predators; Prison rape elimination; Updates to court decisions regarding corrections. Offer personal accounts from correctional administrators, correctional officers, and inmates and reinforces the realistic, practical approach of the book.  Highlights real-life situations faced by clients and corrections professionals every day.  Gives readers an authoritative, first-hand look at the real world of corrections. Builds on the author’s experience as a warden, administrator, director and trainer.  For individuals and taxpayers interested in today's criminal justice system, and an understanding of how programs operate and how much they cost.

Because students learn in different ways, the guide includes a variety of pedagogical aids to help them. Each chapter is outlined and summarized, major terms and figures are defined, and self-tests are provided with the answers mapped to each chapter's learning objectives.

Product Description: A near-death experience turns a troubled underachiever into an accomplished English professor.The botched robbery didn't do it. Neither did the three gunshots. It wasn't until he flatlined twice and was administered last rites that David Borkowski finally realized he was about to die, a thug at age fifteen...read more

Product Description: For the Introduction to Corrections course This package includes MyCJLab®   An easy-to-use, easy-to-teach, comprehensive overview of the field of correctionsBased on its established tradition of comprehensive, student-friendly coverage with extensive supplemental material, Corrections in America has been the best-selling text in the field for over 40 years...read more

Product Description: Originally published in 1920, this book contains a biography of William Bolts, one of 'the most remarkable civilian adventurers of the eighteenth century in the territories of the East India Company'. Hallward paints a vivid picture of Bolts as one of the many destabilising European agents operating in the Far East at a time of great colonial tension as well as a shrewd merchant...read more

Product Description: This text is concerned with all aspects of vegetable growing, from planting to marketing, and aims to reflect the many technological advances, additions to the nomenclature, and changes in government regulations, that have occurred since 1980...read more

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Mary K. Stohr, Corrections: The Essentials, Second Edition Corrections: The Essentials, is a comprehensive, yet compact version of corrections by two esteemed authors who are experts in the field...read more

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Barry Krisberg, American Corrections: Concepts and Controversies This comprehensive introduction to corrections presents an incisive view of every aspect of corrections (including jails, probation, sentencing, prisons, and parole), prompting students to think critically about the complex issues involved in responding to the current crisis in the U...read more

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Mary K. Stohr, Corrections: The Essentials, Second Edition Corrections: The Essentials, is a comprehensive, yet compact version of corrections by two esteemed authors who are experts in the field...read more

Product Description: NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide...read more

Product Description: NOTE: Before purchasing, check with your instructor to ensure you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, and registrations are not transferable. To register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products, you may also need a Course ID, which your instructor will provide...read more

Thoroughly updated, the Study Guide includes the following elements to help students get the most out of their classroom experience: learning objectives, a chapter summary, key terms and concepts, and a self-test. The self-test consists of multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, and essay questions. An answer key is included.

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Barry Krisberg, American Corrections: Concepts and Controversies   This comprehensive introduction to corrections presents an incisive view of every aspect of corrections (including jails, probation, sentencing, prisons, and parole), prompting students to think critically about the complex issues involved in responding to the current crisis in the U...read more

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Barry Krisberg, American Corrections: Concepts and Controversies   This comprehensive introduction to corrections presents an incisive view of every aspect of corrections (including jails, probation, sentencing, prisons, and parole), prompting students to think critically about the complex issues involved in responding to the current crisis in the U...read more

Product Description: We offer these texts bundled together at a discount for your students! Barry Krisberg, American Corrections: Concepts and Controversies This comprehensive introduction to corrections presents an incisive view of every aspect of corrections (including jails, probation, sentencing, prisons, and parole), prompting students to think critically about the complex issues involved in responding to the current crisis in the U...read more