Gangland : An Encyclopedia of Gang Life from Cradle to Grave [2 volumes] Multiple-component retail product
Edited by Laura L. (Barry University, USA) Finley
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This two-volume set integrates informative encyclopedia entries and essential primary documents to provide an illuminating overview of trends in gang membership and activity in America in the 21st century. Gangland: An Encyclopedia of Gang Life from Cradle to Grave includes extended discussion of specific gangs; types of gangs based on ethnicity and environment (rural, suburban, and urban); recruitment and retention methods; leadership structure and other internal dynamics of various gangs; impacts of gang membership on extended family; the historical evolution of gangs in American society; depictions of gang life in popular culture; violent and nonviolent gang activities; and programs, policies, agencies, and organizations that have been crafted to combat gang activities.
In addition, the encyclopedia includes a suite of primary sources that offer a look into the personal experiences of gang members, examine efforts by law enforcement and public officials to address gang activity, and address wider societal factors that make eradicating gangs such a difficult task.
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- Format:Multiple-component retail product
- Pages:52 bw illus
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Publication Date:01/10/2018
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- ISBN:9781440844737
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Multiple-component retail product
- Pages:52 bw illus
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Publication Date:01/10/2018
- Category:
- ISBN:9781440844737