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Why Do People Commit Crime? (Exploring Tough Issues) [Hardcover]

Alex Woolf (Author)


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9 and up4 and upExploring Tough Issues
With increasing reports of crime in the media, this book explains what laws are, and why some people are prepared to break the law and face the consequences. The book looks at the history of the police force, crime detection and how different societies around the world deal with criminals. It also includes case studies and quotes from people with personal experience of crime.

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'[The Why? titles] could be used as a useful resource to help children express themselves and voice their opinions.' --Learning Support Service, Autumn 2002

About the Author

Alex Woolf studied History and Government at Essex University before working as an editor for over 10 years. He now writes for young people, specialising in twentieth-century history and politics.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  • Hardcover: 64 pages
  • Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree (September 15, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0739866826
  • ISBN-13: 978-0739866825
  • Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.7 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,798,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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