Corrections: A Concise Introduction [Paperback]

James F. Quinn (Author)

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Publication Date: April 5, 1999 | ISBN-10: 1577660501 | ISBN-13: 978-1577660507 0

A valuable introductory treatment! This volume offers readers a concise yet thorough review of the correctional system. Policies, contexts, facilities, agencies, correctional clientele, programs, personnel, organization, and issues are covered in a reasonably priced, clearly written introduction to the complexities of corrections today.

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Titles of related interest from Waveland Press: Braswell et al., Human Relations and Corrections, Fourth Edition (ISBN 088133975X); Ellsworth, Contemporary Community Corrections, Second Edition (ISBN 0881338834); Haas-Alpert, The Dilemmas of Corrections: Contemporary Readings, Fourth Edition (ISBN 0881339822); Kratcoski, Correctional Counseling and Treatment, Fourth Edition (ISBN 1577660870); and Morash- Shram, The Prison Experience: Special Issues of Women in Prison (ISBN 1577662024).

Product Details

• Paperback: 390 pages
• Publisher: Waveland Pr Inc (April 5, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577660501
• ISBN-13: 978-1577660507
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #941,872 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars great service, September 25, 2005

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My order was processed and sent very quickly. Arriving just in time for the new semester. The book was in great condition with no highlighting. Thanks for the great service.